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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🎃 Click or Treat! Join our Halloween Home Educator Day, 30 Oct, 10:30am-2:30pm. This is a relaxed opening designed with the neurodiverse community in mind. Drop-in activities to enjoy & sensory maps provided to assist with a stress free visit. ow.ly/Kw1o50ZSkwx

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The Tony Sale award ceremony at TNMOC on 29 Sept 2026 is sold out. Join us live online from 2pm to see this year's winner! ow.ly/wvZc50ZQtnP #VintageComputing #RetroComputing #Restoration #TechHistory #TNMOC #TonySaleAward

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Highlights of the final day of Computable 90. Thanks to all speakers, panellists & attendees. A really successful event which brought together so many great minds to celebrate one of the greatest minds of all - Alan Turing. #Computable90 #AlanTuring

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

🚨 ONLY 4 DAYS LEFT TO BOOK! 🚨 We’re thrilled to collaborate with Spencer - RC2014 Assembly v2.0 at TNMOC on Sat, Sept 26! 💻 Z80 & retro kit demos 🔌 Trader/exhibitor tables Full museum aceess 🎟️ Secure your slot: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/199255968365… #RetroComputing #RC2014

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Computable 90 Day 2 - another great success. Lectures from Michael Rathjen, Julia Knight, Juliet Floyd & Avi Wigderson as well as a lively panel discussion led by Dermot Turing. Thanks also to everyone who contributed to the poster session. We hope all participants & attendees enjoyed the day.

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Day 1 of Computable 90 was a success! A huge thank you to Rod Downey & Veronica Becher for kickstarting the event with such energy. We also want to thank our Decidability panel for leading such an insightful & engaging discussion. Check out some highlights from yesterday’s sessions below!

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

We’ve won a 2026 Sandford Award. This incredible honour validates the quality & inclusivity of our learning programmes. Congratulations & thank you to our hardworking staff, volunteers & community who help us bring computing history to life every day. ow.ly/2Gto50ZNRKW

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Love computing history? Support TNMOC with membership! Enjoy annual tickets, guest entries, exclusive events, discounts, and a welcome pack. Sign up now ow.ly/IL1C50ZMuiu

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Need an escape from the back-to-school & back-to-work blues? Head over to TNMOC for a day of discovery & give yourself a lift with some retail therapy in our museum shop. We're stocked with fantastic books & games to help you relax after a long week. www.tnmoc.org/online-booking-day-ti…

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

We're absolutely thrilled to announce a major new addition to our collection: a Apple 1 computer replica! We are so grateful to have received this donation from a very generous supporter. Come & see it soon! #Apple1 #RetroTech #VintageComputing #TechHistory #TNMOC

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

We were thrilled to host Nostalgia Nerd at The National Museum of Computing! 🕹️💾 From the world-changing Colossus and WITCH to early home microcomputers and mainframes, watch their deep-dive tour guided by our very own Robert Dowell: 👉 youtu.be/Qgwq53BXl6Y

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Looking for something different to do this Bank Holiday weekend? Bring the family to STEAM Bytes at @TNMOC for some aviation themed activities - book now www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/summer-2026-… #STEM #FamilyFun #Summer2026 #bankholiday

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

35 years ago, history was made off-planet! In Aug 1991, STS-43 astronauts sent the first email from space using an Apple Macintosh Portable aboard Space Shuttle Atlantis: "Hello Earth! Greetings from the STS-43 Crew." #TechHistory #Space #Apple #Macintosh

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Need to find a rainy day activity to keep the kids entertained? Look no further. Today we are hosting a space themed session of Summer STEAM Bytes. Follow this link to book tickets and find out more: ow.ly/bLuG50ZCMlu #MiltonKeynes #STEMBytes #TechForKids

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

15 years ago, Steve Jobs resigned as Apple CEO. Before the iPhone, Apple was testing early handhelds & desktop concepts! Which classic 'pre-iPhone' tech would you have rocked? • 1980s Apple Phone Modem • Apple Newton MessagePad • Macintosh SE #TechHistory #Apple #SteveJobs

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Looking for fun, educational summer activities? Join STEAM Bytes at The National Museum of Computing! Coding, robotics, VR, AR & hands-on history. Book now! Tickets: ow.ly/bLuG50ZCMlu

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Brian Aldous—former NPL specialist, dedicated TNMOC volunteer archivist,creator of our "Fifty Years Ago" Computer Weekly archive series. Brian worked tirelessly behind the scenes to preserve computing history. Share a memory: brianaldous.muchloved.com

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

90 years after Alan Turing changed computing history, can polynomial equations over rational numbers be solved by algorithm? Hear Dr. Alexandra Shlapentokh live in the iconic Fellowship Auditorium at Bletchley Park! Reserve your seat: ow.ly/6mEJ50ZyJqu #Mathematics #ComputerScience

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Join us & London Mathematical Society at @BletchleyPark for the Computable 90 Conference. Explore logic, complexity & AI in the Fellowship Auditorium. Dates: 16–18 Sept 2026 Tickets: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-tnmoclon… #AI #Maths

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Looking for ultimate summer holiday plans? 🚀 Bring the family to STEAM Bytes at @TNMOC! Hands-on tech challenges, coding & retro gaming. 🕹️ 🎟️ Full museum entry included with your ticket: ow.ly/WgNi50ZwsAG #STEAMBytes #STEM #FamilyFun #Summer2026

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Happy Anniversary month to the Dragon 32, released in August 1982! Welsh computing history was made when Dragon Data brought this 32KB Motorola-powered machine to high street stores. Raise a glass to 8-bit nostalgia! #Dragon32 #RetroGaming #RetroComputing #OnThisDay #80sTech

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

ON THIS DAY in 2010, StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty launched worldwide, becoming the fastest-selling PC game of that year. Did you play? #StarCraftII #WingsOfLiberty #BlizzardGames #OnThisDay

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Celebrating 65 years of Sinclair's legacy! From the first slimline calculator to UK tech innovation. What was your first Sinclair device? Let’s celebrate the man who shrank the world of electronics! #SirCliveSinclair #SinclairRadionics #TechHistory #OnThisDay #BritishTech

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Before there were computers, there was this paper. At Computable 90, Prof. Rod Downey shares the story of Alan Turing’s 1936 masterpiece—a spark that permanently reshaped modern intellect. 📍 Bletchley Park ⏰ Early-bird ends July! Tickets: ow.ly/vYLs50ZoZcb

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

What secrets did Turing leave on his papers? Join Prof. Verónica Becher at Computable 90! 📍 Bletchley Park | 16-18 Sept ⏰ Early-bird ends July! Tickets: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-tnmoclon… #AlanTuring #ComputerScience #BletchleyPark

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Think Bletchley was the only WWII codebreaking hub? On July 25, join historian Marek Grajek to uncover the forgotten Swedish breakthrough. Discover how a lone mathematician reverse-engineered Germany’s top cipher machine using just one tapped cable. Book tickets: ow.ly/9huc50Zp3uz

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

ON THIS DAY in 1969, Apollo 11 launched and landed on the Moon using Raytheon's Apollo Guidance Computer, designed by MIT. Where did you watch the launch? #Apollo11 #MoonLanding #NASA #OnThisDay

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

News from our friends at the Open Source Hardware Group! #OSHCamp2026 is coming to Hebden Bridge on Aug 29 & 30! ⁠Saturday: A packed programme of talks & presentations ⁠Sunday: Hands-on workshops & a swap table! Check out the full lineup & grab your spot: oshug.org/event/oshcamp2026

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

We are thrilled to announce @tnmoc! The legendary Colossus has officially been recognised with an IEEE Milestone honour. Brilliant news for UK tech heritage! www.tnmoc.org/news-releases #ComputingHistory #Colossus #IEEEMilestone #TNMoC #TechHeritage #UKTech

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

ON THIS DAY in 1972, the Burroughs B1700 launched, pioneering variable-size microprogramming and virtual memory for versatile business computing. #BurroughsB1700 #Microprogramming #OnThisDay

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

How did Alan Turing surmount Gödelian incompleteness? Find out at the TNMOC/London Mathematical Society Conference! Proud to feature Prof. Michael Rathjen (Leeds) on Turing’s thesis and beyond. 📅 16–18 Sept 2026 📍 Bletchley Park Part of #Computable90. Get your pass! 🎟️👇 ow.ly/WMFQ50Zi6fc

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

ON THIS DAY in 2002, Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos launched, winning numerous "Game of the Year" awards. What race did you play? #WarcraftIII #BlizzardGames #OnThisDay

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

How do Turing's 1936 ideas connect to smartphones? Find out at the TNMOC/@LondonMath Soc Conference! Featuring Prof. Julia Knight on computable structure theory. 📅 16–18 Sept 2026 📍 Bletchley Park Part of #Computable90. Get your 3-day pass now! 🎟️👇 eventbrite.co.uk/e/1837259555789

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Can AI replicate human discovery? For #Computable90, Professor Juliet Floyd breaks down how Turing’s 1936 paper highlights the limits of AI compared to human practice. ⏳ Early bird registration ends soon! Book your tickets for Bletchley Park here: ow.ly/zBEg50Zi5Ki

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

ON THIS DAY 2001, Diablo II: Lord of Destruction launched for Windows and Mac, adding Act V, Assassin, Druid, and gameplay upgrades. Did you play? #DiabloII #PCGaming #OnThisDay

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

ON THIS DAY in 1972, Nolan Bushnell and Ted Dabney founded Atari, launching the video arcade era with Pong. Do you remember your high score? #Pong #AtariHistory #OnThisDay

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Happy Birthday, Alan Turing! His genius shaped our world. This autumn, honour his biggest milestone with at Bletchley Park (Sept 16-18) for Computable 90, celebrating 90 years of his foundational paper. 👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/183725955578… #AlanTuring #Computable90

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

NEW ARRIVAL! Before the iPad, there was the Acorn NewsPAD (1996). Only two prototypes known to be still in existence, this rare prototype tablet was donated by its designer! While most 90s publishers dismissed digital news, Acorn saw the future. #RetroComputing #AcornComputers

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

A true giant of computer science is coming to #Computable90! Turing Award & Abel Prize winner Prof. Avi Widgerson joins us this Sept 16–18. Don't miss the chance to hear a living legend speak. Earlybird tickets close this July! 🎟️ Book: www.eventbrite.com/e/1837259555789?…

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

ON THIS DAY - In 1951 the UNIVAC I, by J. Presper Eckert & John Mauchly, went online for the U.S. Census Bureau, marking a shift to data processing. #OnThisDay #UNIVACI #TechHistory

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Delighted to hear that Alan Bealby, Chair of PORF, has been awarded an MBE for services to heritage & education! TNMOC has loved working with the PORF board. Thanks to their support & Alan’s passion, we have successfully preserved vital history. Congratulations Alan! 👏🎉 #MBE #TNMOC

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

ON THIS DAY in 1978, Philips launched LaserVision (later known as LaserDisc), the first commercial optical video disc. Who remembers this? #LaserDisc #TechThrowback #ClassicMedia

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

ON THIS DAY in 1979, Apple launched the enhanced Apple ][+ with 48 KB RAM, boosting the Apple II legacy. #AppleIIPlus #AppleComputer #TechHistory

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Love tech history? Help us keep the fans spinning and the valves glowing! Become a TNMoC Supporter for just £55 a year. ✅ Exclusive events ✅ Shop discounts ✅ Preserving the world's computing heritage Be part of history : www.tnmoc.org/become-a-supporter #TechHistory #TNMoC

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

"On this Day" Friday 28th May 2010 saw the original Apple iPad launched in the UK, following its initial US release. Hundreds queued at Apple’s Regent Street store for the 8 am release Who had an original IPAD? #AppleIPad #TechHistory #GadgetLovers #TechAnniversary

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

From Alarm Systems to Lunar Orbits. 🌙 Join Neil & Lena as they take "hobbyist archaeology" to the next level. Revisiting the 1969 tech stack to program the Apollo Guidance Comp - not for a moon landing, but for a game. Tickets here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/108720487427…

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Ready to byte into something new this May Half Term? Swap screen time for green time at @TNMOC Get 50% OFF -code MK50 (ends Monday 25th May!) 🕹️ Retro Gaming 🔍 Digital Trails 🥽 VR/AR challenges Book: www.eventbrite.com/e/may-half-term-…

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

We are delighted to announce Prof. Avi Widgerson's public lecture on Thursday 17 Sept 2026: Reading Alan Turing. Early Bird Tickets now available - ow.ly/go5m50YWpLK #PublicLecture #AlanTuring #AviWidgerson

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Call for Entries: The Tony Sale Award 2026! Recognising worldwide excellence in computer conservation. Hardware or software, we want to see your practical projects! Awards Event: 29 Sept 2026 Entry Deadline: 30 June 2026: www.computerconservationsociety.org…

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The National Museum of Computing @tnmoc.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

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