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Mr Whipple's first purchase, a telescope from Tours

Novermber 2019 marked the 75th anniversary of Robert Whipple's donation of scientific instruments and rare books to the University of Cambridge

We are celebrating this with an exhibition dedicated to his collection, which is the foundation of the internationally renowned Whipple Museum of the History of Science.

Located in the Special Exhibition Gallery, this exhibition is a unique chance to see a high proportion of our original founding collection.

Opening Times

Please note that our lift is currently out of action and we do not have a step-free entrance.

Our maintenance unit is dealing with this urgently, and we hope to resolve within the next two weeks.

We are open five days a week, 12.30 - 16:30.

Monday 12.30 - 16:30

Tuesday 12.30 - 16:30

Wednesday 12.30 - 16:30

Thursday 12.30 - 16:30

Friday 12.30 - 16:30

We hope to see you soon!