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Mary Flanagan at an exhibit in NEMO

Prototyping play

To play is to experiment, and you can be part of it. In NEMO R&D, game designer Mary Flanagan works on new play experiences together with visitors and makers. Step inside, take a look and share your thoughts: what works, what doesn't, and what could be better.

16 June to 19 June
All ages
No fixed times. Door open? Step inside.

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Research & Development
NEMO researches the ways in which people learn about science and technology – “science learning” for short. The museum uses the insights it gains to make its exhibits fun, inspiring and educational.
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Theme: Play
In 2026, Play will take centre stage at NEMO with an exhibition on video games, play activities for adults, an online feature on NEMO Kennislink, and the arrival of game designer and distinguished professor Mary Flanagan as Artist-in-Residence.
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Science Live
Want to be a test subject in scientific research? You can at Science Live, NEMO Science Museum’s innovative research programme. As part of this ongoing project, real scientists come to NEMO to find test subjects of all ages and from all backgrounds for their research. Children and adults can take part as test subjects, depending on the nature of the research.