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CHM Decodes Technology for Everyone

CHM has something for everyone, from docent-led tours to demonstrations to self-guided visits. Come on in and explore!

MUSEUM HOURS 
Monday and Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday–Sunday
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
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Exhibits

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Revolution: The First 2000 Years of Computing

Revolution features 19 galleries, 1,100 objects, and inspiring stories from the pioneers and innovators who started the revolution that changed our world. Experience this exhibit online or in person.

Make Software: Change the World!

Make Software explores the history, impact, and technology behind seven game-changing applications: MP3, Photoshop, MRI, Car Crash Simulation, Wikipedia, Texting, and World of Warcraft. Experience this exhibit online or in person.

Little Emoji, Big Story

Little Emoji, Big Story is a wall display that explores the origins of emojis, how new emojis are selected, and the stories of changemakers who have created diverse new emojis.
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Upcoming Events

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2024 Fellow Awards Ceremony

TechFest

Heroes Never Die
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CHM BLOG

Hearing Tech History

CHM has received a donation of a rare, one-of-a-kind portable speech processing device designed at Stanford University for use with cochlear implants to aid hearing.
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The Optimism of GIS

Learn how geographic information systems (GIS) technology is mapping positive change in the world from Pulitzer Prize-winning editor David Yarnold, who shares insights from his new book.
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In Memoriam: Lillian Schwartz, 1927–2024

CHM remembers the remarkable life and career of 2021 CHM Fellow Lillian Schwartz, a trailblazer at the intersection of computers and art.
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Activities & Resources

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Game for Grades 3–8

Roblox

In CHM's TechQuest on Roblox, explore how tech is used in the real world today in two unique worlds—conservation and automation. Use drones, VR goggles, and more.

Minecraft: Education Edition

The Great Tech Story, the Museum’s world in Minecraft: Education Edition, inspires and empowers students from ages 8–16 to become engaged technology citizens.
Activity for Grades 6–12

Revolution Virtual Scavenger Hunt

Discover the treasures of Revolution: The First 2,000 Years of Computing. Our virtual scavenger hunt is specially designed to showcase the exhibit's key artifacts and stories.

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CHM Live

CHM Live convenes today’s thought leaders and experts for conversations and debate about the complexities and opportunities presented by technology. View the entire series on CHM's YouTube channel.

Make Software: Change the World!

Explore these mini-documentaries from our exhibit, Make Software: Change the World! Learn about the history, impact, and technology behind MP3, Photoshop, MRI, Car Crash Simulation, Wikipedia, Texting, and World of Warcraft.

CHM YouTube Shorts

Explore cultural moments in tech history, discover the strange and interesting stories behind unique artifacts, meet the pioneers who created our digital world, and go behind-the-scenes in CHM's collections.
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