We always welcome volunteering groups from local organisations to help improve the Museum. The Museum of Computing is devoted to the history of computing and digital development. It was the first physical museum of its kind in the UK dedicated to the history of computing. We are based in the centre of Swindon at Theatre Square.
The Museum is not simply a repository of artefacts, but has active displays as well as providing a forum for the provision of lectures. You will find many hands-on exhibits, allowing you to experience computers and related items as they were in the past.
The Museum is not simply a repository of artefacts, but has active displays as well as providing a forum for the provision of lectures. You will find many hands-on exhibits, allowing you to experience computers and related items as they were in the past.
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About us
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We are an independent, volunteer-run museum, accredited with Arts Council England. We are members of the Association of Independent Museums and the South West Federation of Museus and Art Galleries. We work closely with other local museums through the Wiltshire Museums Group and the Swindon Museums Group.
What's On
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Maybe you can get your name on our new leader board! Or have a relaxing round with Mario in our Gaming Chair. We're open as usual from 10am 'til 4pm. We'd love to see you there! Our builders were soon at work creating all sorts of buildings, vehicles, and a few items we couldn't quite identify. By the end of day one we had some buildings and vehicles added and by the end of day two our town was ready for occupation.
Visiting us
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The museum is about a 10 minutes walk from the station. The main stops for Swindon's Bus Company are in Fleming Way, just north of the museum, about five minutes walk. Beside Fleming Way is the Bus Station, where most Stagecoach and all National Express buses stop. There are several car parks close by - for a map and details of charges visit the Swindon Borough Council web site.
Education
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The Museum has also recently developed a new education programme for school visits. Schools booking a group visit with us will have the opportunity to explore the Museum and take part in a workshop suited to their age. The Museum is enthusiastic about supporting schools in delivering the curriculum and we are happy to work with schools to personalise the tour and session to help tailor the visit to their needs.
Schools and Colleges
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We can arrange a variety of activities, depending on your requirements. Our displays cover both the technical and social changes that computers have made to society, as well as the history of computers and related areas. Many of our items can be handled, but we do ask that all visitors reat them with care.
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