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.
Our museum
Tells the fascinating story of the role that the Ri has played in the history of the modern world.
RI membership
The only qualifications needed for membership of the Ri are an enquiring mind and a passion for free thinking and lively debate.
Support the Ri
The Science in the making exhibition at the Ri has been nominated for the Art Fund Prize 2010. Please show your support by voting.
General Events
15.03.10
The Case of the Deviant Toad - art-science cafe
16.03.10
The eerie silence: Are we alone in the universe?
16.03.10
Exhibition: The Case of the Deviant Toad
School Events
22.06.10
Schools event: Excitement of science 2010 - Sport science