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Flushed With Pride
 
Have you ever wondered if Thomas Crapper lent his name to anything? Or how our grandparents washed clothes without electricity? How did we take a bath before bathrooms? And how did we go to the loo? Find out in this fascinating visual and interactive treat, which lets you discover the science and history of Leicester's public health, including the famous interactive loo!
 

 
Tramsport of Delight

Take a nostalgic look at the history of Leicester's tram system. Old photographs, artefacts and personal recollections celebrate the history of Leicester's trams and the impact they had on the life of people and development of the city.
 

 
Fun at the Flicks

Ever been to the cinema and wondered how a motion picture works? Or what type of 'game boys' Victorian and Edwardian children played with? Fun at the Flicks is a hands-on exhibition, which discovers the science and history of moving pictures from 1800s to 1895. You'll be amazed at how easily your brain can be tricked!