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Get your FREE tickets and navigate the A-Z historical legacy of the Cambridge tech boom at the Centre for Computing History! 

• Date: Sunday 22nd of March 2026 
• Time: 10am-5pm 
• Tickets: Pre-book FREE tickets 

The historical legacy and present day influence of technological innovation in Cambridge (also known as the Cambridge Phenomenon) has been told many times since the 1960s. However, these stories about the Cambridge Phenomenon are inevitably spoken in regards to the tech companies and their founders that have come from Cambridge. Instead, we want to highlight the forgotten stories of the local community. We are curious to explore how all the technological developments that have made Cambridge famous, has impacted current residents. 

This exhibition will be displayed using the familiar A-Z map format using letters in the alphabet dotted across the main gallery to explain the Cambridge Phenomenon and help visitors navigate the historical legacy from the community perspective. You will also be given a A-Z book to help your journey exploring the main gallery! 

We will be working with a pre-selected group of local residents to shape this event and we will also provide the opportunity for visitors on the day to share their reflections as well.

We are still recruiting local people to share their stories and perspectives of the tech boom. Each participant that is able to share their insights will receive a £25 voucher as a thank you for your contributions. Please contact BTBE@computinghistory.org.uk if you feel that you could contribute to our exhibition! 

We are looking for:

1. Interesting stories and perspectives of how tech has impacted your career, local area and interests
2. Memories of tech innovations that occurred in the local area 
3. People studying/working in the tech sector 
4. Anyone living in Cambridge with an interest in computing history! 

We hope to make this event accessible and will be providing FREE entry to the museum! Please pre-book your tickets! 

This event is part of the Broken Tech, Broken Earth Project where we hope to explore the social, historical and environmental impact of the technology with the local community. This project is externally funded by the Esmée Fairbairn Collections Fund which is part of the Museums Association. 

Suitable for all the family. The museum will still have all its usual exhibits available to enjoy.

Tickets include access to the museum for the whole day.