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This gallery tells the story of the Information Age over the last two hundred years. Our free guide for teachers includes a map of the gallery, key objects not to be missed and discussion questions to try out with your educational group during the visit.

Information Age gallery, Science Museum.
Information Age gallery, Science Museum.

Once, you could only send a message as far as the eye could see, or as fast as a horse could gallop. But now the planet is criss-crossed by cables and surrounded by satellites. You can talk to anyone, at any time, search the internet and stay in touch.

Download the gallery guide to support your visit. The guide includes a map of the gallery, key objects not to be missed and discussion questions to try out with your group during the visit.