Manchester’s Science and Industry Museum has released new drone footage that reveals the scale of its multimillion-pound restoration project.
Over the next few years, the museum is carrying out crucial restoration work to offer a world-class experience. It is transforming its buildings and improving its galleries.
Located at the site of the world’s first intercity railway, the Science and Industry Museum’s seven-acre site is home to two Grade I-listed buildings and four Grade II-listed buildings.
“We have the honour of occupying some truly exceptional buildings, which are in urgent need of restoration,” says Sally MacDonald, director of the Science and Industry Museum.
“We are working with specialists and taking great care to transform them, addressing historic issues to conserve important details, but also looking to the future to ensure our buildings are sustainable and provide the best experiences for visitors.”
In addition, the museum is making environmental improvements across the site. Outdoor areas are being developed to encourage biodiversity, and new indoor and outdoor spaces are being created for visitors.
“We’re carrying out a large programme of decarbonisation across the site, adopting new technologies to ensure that our buildings are standing strong and using less carbon,” MacDonald adds.
Multimillion-pound restoration work
“We’re sorry if the work causes disruption, but we are sure that the final results will be well worth it, as more visitors from our local communities and beyond can enjoy the museum and continue to be inspired by the wonder of science and industry.”
Part of the Science Museum Group, the Science and Industry Museum will remain open to visitors throughout the restoration project.
The Science Museum Group also includes London’s Science Museum, the National Railway Museum in York and Shildon, and the Science and Media Museum in Bradford.
Images: Science Museum Group
