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On Now: Apple@50
We’re celebrating Apple’s 50th anniversary at CHM with a new exhibit, exclusive interviews, digital stories, and special programs.
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Monday and Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday–Sunday
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
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Exhibits
Rare Apple Prototypes
We’re displaying some of the most iconic Apple products from the CHM collection and beyond, including the Apple I, Apple IIc, Lisa, Macintosh, Newton, iPod and iPhone. Learn about the founding of Apple and how it has pushed boundaries by “thinking different” throughout its 50-year history. The exhibit runs until September 7, 2026.
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Chatbots Decoded: Exploring AI
Discover what chatbots are, where they come from, and why they matter. Have a conversation with a chatbot-powered robot and hear from experts about our future with AI.
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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.
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CHM Online Store
A great selection of unique, tech-inspired gifts are now available in our brand-new online store!
Inspired by our collection and exhibits, we offer curated products that highlight computing and technology. Explore gifts, clothing, books, items for the home and office, kids’ stuff, and more. Every purchase supports CHM.
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Upcoming Events
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2026 Fellow Awards Ceremony
Sat, Apr, 25, 7:30PM
My Year With AI
Tue, May, 19, 7:00PM
Steve Jobs in Exile
Tue, May, 26, 7:00PM
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From Our Blogs
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CHM BLOG
A Historic Pixel Art Exhibition
In 1981, a groundbreaking show featuring digital art on monitors connected to framebuffers and a computer made history. This is the story of the small team that pulled it off.
CHM BLOG
Celebrating Apple at 50
CHM kicked off a celebration of Apple's 50th anniversary with a packed house that came to hear Apple insiders share stories and meet surprise special guests.
CHM BLOG
Apple History in Prototypes
Three rare prototypes from across Apple’s eras that are on display at CHM to celebrate Apple's 50th anniversary.
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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.
Activity for Grades 6–16
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 on YouTube
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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.
CHM Bytes
Dive into special topics in computing history and explore our ongoing tech revolution with CHM curators, collections specialists, and others working hands-on to decode technology for everyone.
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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