Apple@50 Exhibit
Open until September 7, 2026
See rare prototypes of some of the most iconic Apple products, including the Apple I, Apple IIc, Lisa, Macintosh, Newton, iPod & iPhone. Learn about the founding of Apple and how Apple’s products have continued to push boundaries throughout its history. Read about three key prototypes in this blog and take an audio tour.
“Mactivations”
Starting in March, get hands-on interaction with an oversized, meticulously handcrafted replica of a classic Macintosh called the Big Mac. There’s a Macintosh emulator hiding inside that simulates the original operating system. You can explore what it was like to use the machine in the 1980s, when features we take for granted today, like icons, menus, and using a mouse, were new and exciting.
Demos take place from 2–4 P.M. PST, on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month, starting March 14 to September. They are included with your CHM admission ticket.
Apple@50 TechFest
March 28, 2026
CHM’s all-day TechFest events offer special activities and experiences for all ages included in the price of Museum admission. On March 28, we’re celebrating Apple’s 50th birthday. Come get hands-on with vintage Apple computers from Retro Roadshow, create Apple-themed party hats, dance to 50 years of hits, play “Pin the iPod,” and more!
Learn more about Apple offerings at CHM here.
Become part of the movement transforming how people understand our computing history, digital present, and future impact on humanity by donating today.
Donate
