This is the Royal Institution, where science meets the world.

At the RI you can explore two centuries of great scientific breakthroughs, and discover the newest big ideas about our universe and everything in it.

We're a museum, an events space, a place to eat and drink, and much more.

Museum

Our museum

Tells the fascinating story of the role that the Ri has played in the history of the modern world.

Get a taste of our award-winning PDA tour

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RI membership

The only qualifications needed for membership of the Ri are an enquiring mind and a passion for free thinking and lively debate.


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The Science in the making exhibition at the Ri has been nominated for the Art Fund Prize 2010. Please show your support by voting.