Computer Museum of America (CMoA) will hold its semi-annual Educator Saturday event on January 25, 2025.

CMoA would like to say Thank You! for all you do. To show our appreciation, visiting K-12 educators who present a valid educator/teacher ID will be admitted at no charge. Admission for accompanying family members or friends will be regular price.

Educator Saturday is a great opportunity for area teachers to explore CMoA. You can preview the museum, see our exhibits, activities, and all we have to offer for your next field trip.  Information about our tours, activities, and group pricing will also be available at the event or see our website.  

Try our app-based Educational Scavenger Hunts.  These activities can be completed by students in teams or alone.  They will highlight important artifacts and hit on GSE related to different grade levels.

Can’t wait to find out more?  Go to https://www.computermuseumofamerica.org/visit/schools-and-scouts/ for more information or to book your field trip now!

Looking for the latest in gaming?

The Indie Cluster members (a gaming group) will be demonstrating their latest creations at Computer Museum of America on Saturday, January 25th.  Chat with designers and play their games!

Saturday, January 25th, 12 – 5 PM, free with museum membership or admission.

Ever wonder about the history of the punchcard?

The punchcard exhibit starts with a Jacquard Loom, one of the earliest uses of punched cards, which helped to make woven fabric more affordable. Herman Hollerith’s invention of electromechanical processing of cards tabulated data for the 1890 census. The IBM family of punch card machines was used for data processing and record-keeping across many industries and academia. Punched cards were even used for matchmaking at the University of Iowa in 1963!

Come learn more about this history and punch your own souvenir card on an original IBM 029 to take home during the demo.

Saturday, 2 – 4 PM, free with museum membership or admission.

Ever wonder about the history of the punchcard?

The punchcard exhibit starts with a Jacquard Loom, one of the earliest uses of punched cards, which helped to make woven fabric more affordable. Herman Hollerith’s invention of electromechanical processing of cards tabulated data for the 1890 census. The IBM family of punch card machines was used for data processing and record-keeping across many industries and academia. Punched cards were even used for matchmaking at the University of Iowa in 1963!

Come learn more about this history and punch your own souvenir card on an original IBM 029 to take home during the demo.

Saturday, 2 – 4 PM, free with museum membership or admission.

Summer Camp Registration Opens Today!

CMoA is thrilled to be working with STREM HQ and the City of Roswell
this year to offer 28 different summer camps for your explorers.

Registration opens today for Roswell Residents.
Non-resident registration opens on 3/17/25 at 9 AM

Descriptions and registration information about each camp can be found here on CMoA’s calendar.
Simply look for your camp during the week it will take place for more information.

Use this link for your own .pdf copy of our camp listing – 2025 Camp Flyer

Join us for a Sensory-friendly morning.
The museum will be welcoming anyone who may benefit from a less stimulating environment.

Please register for our Sensory Morning by clicking here.
Regular admission rates apply and tickets can be purchased upon arrival.

– Video volumes will be turned down.  Captions are always available.
– Flashing lights from our Retrogaming area will be turned off.
– Our visitor numbers will be kept low.
– We have headphones and wheelchairs available for checkout – first come, first served.
– You are welcome to bring any items, such as weighted blankets, headphones, or fidget materials that make you comfortable.
– Quiet areas will be made available for those who made need one.
– Extra signage to mark exhibition areas will be in place.

Please feel free to download a copy of our Social Story or Communication Pages if you will find them helpful.

Download CMoA Social Story
Download Comm Sheet 1.png, Comm Sheet 2.png

Please register for our Sensory Morning by clicking here.

Ever wonder about the history of the punchcard?

The punchcard exhibit starts with a Jacquard Loom, one of the earliest uses of punched cards, which helped to make woven fabric more affordable. Herman Hollerith’s invention of electromechanical processing of cards tabulated data for the 1890 census. The IBM family of punch card machines was used for data processing and record-keeping across many industries and academia. Punched cards were even used for matchmaking at the University of Iowa in 1963!

Come learn more about this history and punch your own souvenir card on an original IBM 029 to take home during the demo.

Saturday, 2 – 4 PM, free with museum membership or admission.

Ever wonder about the history of the punchcard?

The punchcard exhibit starts with a Jacquard Loom, one of the earliest uses of punched cards, which helped to make woven fabric more affordable. Herman Hollerith’s invention of electromechanical processing of cards tabulated data for the 1890 census. The IBM family of punch card machines was used for data processing and record-keeping across many industries and academia. Punched cards were even used for matchmaking at the University of Iowa in 1963!

Come learn more about this history and punch your own souvenir card on an original IBM 029 to take home during the demo.

Saturday, 2 – 4 PM, free with museum membership or admission.

Join us for a Sensory-friendly morning.
The museum will be welcoming anyone who may benefit from a less stimulating environment.

Please register for our Sensory Morning by clicking here.
Regular admission rates apply and tickets can be purchased upon arrival.

– Video volumes will be turned down.  Captions are always available.
– Flashing lights from our Retrogaming area will be turned off.
– Our visitor numbers will be kept low.
– We have headphones and wheelchairs available for checkout – first come, first served.
– You are welcome to bring any items, such as weighted blankets, headphones, or fidget materials that make you comfortable.
– Quiet areas will be made available for those who made need one.
– Extra signage to mark exhibition areas will be in place.

Please feel free to download a copy of our Social Story or Communication Pages if you will find them helpful.

Download CMoA Social Story
Download Comm Sheet 1.png, Comm Sheet 2.png

Please register for our Sensory Morning by clicking here.

Encryption and Cybersecurity

Recommended Ages:  11 – 14 years old
Morning Session – 9 AM – 12 PM

Master the essentials of Encryption and Cybersecurity!
Discover how encryption works and learn key strategies to safeguard information and protect systems from cyber threats.

Registration starts March 3rd at 9AM for Roswell residents and 3/17 at 9 AM for non-residents.

Minecraft Chemistry Labs

Recommended Ages:  7 – 12 years old
Morning Session – 9 AM – 12 PM

Explore the fascinating world of science with Minecraft Chemistry Labs!
Learn to create compounds, experiment with chemical reactions, and understand real-world chemistry concepts – all within the interactive Minecraft universe!
Spark curiosity and creativity as you build and explore like a true scientist!

Registration starts March 3rd at 9AM for Roswell residents and 3/17 at 9 AM for non-residents.

Coding with Circuits Jr.

Recommended Ages:  7 – 12 years old
Afternoon Session – 1 – 4 PM

Unlock the world of technology with Coding with Circuits Jr.!
Learn block coding and integrate various technologies using Micro:Bit to create fun, interactive projects.

Registration starts March 3rd at 9AM for Roswell residents and 3/17 at 9 AM for non-residents.

mBot Robotics: Coding and Creativity in Motion

Recommended Ages:  11 – 14 years old
Afternoon Session – 1 – 4 PM

Explore the exciting world of coding and robotics by programming mBot to complete challenges and solve problems.

Registration starts March 3rd at 9AM for Roswell residents and 3/17 at 9 AM for non-residents.

Ever wonder about the history of the punchcard?

The punchcard exhibit starts with a Jacquard Loom, one of the earliest uses of punched cards, which helped to make woven fabric more affordable. Herman Hollerith’s invention of electromechanical processing of cards tabulated data for the 1890 census. The IBM family of punch card machines was used for data processing and record-keeping across many industries and academia. Punched cards were even used for matchmaking at the University of Iowa in 1963!

Come learn more about this history and punch your own souvenir card on an original IBM 029 to take home during the demo.

Saturday, 2 – 4 PM, free with museum membership or admission.

3D Engineering Design with Autodesk

Recommended Ages:  11 – 14 years old
Morning Session – 9 AM – 12 PM

Explore the world of 3D engineering design as you create and model innovative projects using cutting-edge software.
Develop skills in precision, creativity, and problem-solving to bring your ideas to life!

Registration starts March 3rd at 9AM for Roswell residents and 3/17 at 9 AM for non-residents.

Robotics: Code, Build, & Challenge!

Recommended Ages:  7 – 12 years old
Morning Session – 9 AM – 12 PM

Dive into Robotics: Code, Build, and Challenge
to design, program, and bring robots to life! Tackle exciting tasks that combine coding and engineering for a fun, hands-on experience.

Registration starts March 3rd at 9AM for Roswell residents and 3/17 at 9 AM for non-residents.

Animation Nation: Make Your Own 2D Short Videos

Recommended Ages:  7 – 12 years old
Afternoon Session – 1 – 4 PM

Bring your imagination to life with Animation Nation!
Learn to create your own 2D short animated movies, from designing characters to crafting captivating stories.

Registration starts March 3rd at 9AM for Roswell residents and 3/17 at 9 AM for non-residents.

Game Builders: Python Coding for Creators

Recommended Ages:  11 – 14 years old
Afternoon Session – 1 – 4 PM

Learn Python programming while designing your own exciting games!
This course combines creativity and coding to build interactive, fun projects.

Registration starts March 3rd at 9AM for Roswell residents and 3/17 at 9 AM for non-residents.

Battle Bots

Recommended Ages:  7 – 12 years old
Morning Session – 9 AM – 12 PM

Gear up for the ultimate robotic showdown in Sumo Battle!
Build and program your robot to push opponents out of the ring in this thrilling test of strategy and engineering.

Registration starts March 3rd at 9AM for Roswell residents and 3/17 at 9 AM for non-residents.