Science Gallery: The Story So Far

Science Gallery began in 2008 as a place to ignite creativity and discovery, where science and art collide. Pioneered at Trinity College Dublin, it was conceived as a new kind of creative environment, bringing science, art, technology and design together such that the fusions, synergies and collisions between them could be explored and enjoyed.

With the Science Gallery concept at its core, Science Gallery International (SGI) was established in 2012 to build and support an international network of interconnected galleries. There are currently four Science Galleries in the Network; in Europe, North America, Asia and Australia.

The Science Gallery model aims to create new pathways for young people to learn, find agency and explore their creative potential through an innovative approach to art and science. It does this through creating unique, transdisciplinary exhibitions, events and programmes to engage inquiring minds in connective, participative, and surprising ways.

There is, however, a broader dimension to the work of Science Gallery. It offers opportunities for all citizens to engage with and reflect on the pressing challenges of our times. It seeks to highlight the potential for people to change their world, in a multitude of positive ways. It aspires to be a place where difficult discussions can be held, and boldness is valued.

For host institutions, notably Universities, the Science Gallery model offers:

  • opportunities to develop and showcase research, bringing together researchers,

  • educators and artists across different disciplines and areas of practice

  • a platform for student engagement and learning, contributing to the student experience

  • pathways for engagement between host institutions and their communities.


Today, every Science Gallery is different. They are diverse in mission, character, scale and focus, reflecting their social context and the character of their partnerships. However, they are united by a commitment to some shared values and aspirations:

  • Promoting the value of creativity and collaboration through multidisciplinary art-

    science practices which address the big questions of our time

  • Embracing courage, boldness, curiosity, discovery, innovation and experimentation

  • Locally focused, relevant and internationally connected

  • Cutting edge and future focused

  • Celebrating and supporting diversity and inclusion

  • Stimulating new ways of thinking and learning

  • Creating opportunities for young people to express themselves and help shape the

    world in which they live.

The Role of Science Gallery International

Since its inception in 2012, Science Gallery International played a valuable role in the establishment of each node of the Global Science Gallery Network, supporting new galleries as they have developed and sharing ideas and insights from across the Network.

In June 2026, the Science Gallery International Board took the decision to close the Science Gallery International company, transferring responsibility for the Network’s growth and collaboration to the galleries of the Global Science Gallery Network. Going forward, the Science Gallery Directors in each location will lead the Network’s expansion as a natural extension of their work.