The MAD Museum
Last Updated on March 13, 2024 by Suzy McCullough
The MAD museum is located on the same street as the birthplace of William Shakespeare in the heart of Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire. It is the UK’s only permanent venue for mechanical art.
Things to do at The MAD Museum
The museum is an interactive heaven with so many buttons to press and mechanical displays to play with. Each display comes to life before your eyes. For some of them, you will find yourselves standing and watching for ages. Others will surprise you and make you jump.
There are many quirky hands-on exhibits packed into a relatively small room. It is very unique and lots of fun for young and old. It’s a great way to promote the learning of science, technology, engineering, maths, art and design in kids without them even realising.
Kids will love the fact there are no do not touch signs. It’s also a great way to learn how things work with around 50 different displays from kinetic art to marble machines, 3D faces, sand pictures and more.
Important Information The MAD museum
Is there food and drink available?
There is no cafe on-site but there is plenty of cafes, restaurants and take-aways in Stratford itself.
What are the main things to do?
Interactive learning museum especially with kids in mind with buttons to press and displays to interact with. There are toilets.
What are the ticket prices?
An adult ticket is £8.80, children 6-15 £6.00 and children under 6 are free. Other pricing options such as a family ticket are available.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.
Is there parking?
There are pay and display car parks close by.
When are they open?
The MAD museum is open all year round except Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. For up-to-date opening times and dates please follow this link.
Dog friendly?
Only assistance dogs are permitted.
Are they accessible?
