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American Computer & Robotics Museum
2023 Stadium Dr #1a, Bozeman, MT 59715, United States
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Lu
Review №1

Hubby has been excited to check this place out. He enjoyed it and my son and I did too.Its educational, they have awesome pieces.

Cr
Review №2

Very nice building and OMG the stuff! If you are interested in history, computers, code breakers, space or robotics this is a must! Truly a lot of information. Also neat to see older computers and robot toys that I remember using. And the video on code braking even amazed my 9 yr old. Highly recommended!

An
Review №3

There are lots of interesting history about computers, video games, NASA, satellites, telephones, walkie talkie and the fathers of inventions and technologies. It is amazing that the human brain holds a quadrillion bytes! This museum is fascinating and the tour guide is excellent.

Ch
Review №4

Insanely awesome museum with some incredible computers and things I never would have expected from a museum this size. You could easily spend a couple of hours here. The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable, and the computers and artifacts here will blow your mind. If Steve Wozniak has been here twice, you know its good.

Ad
Review №5

We visited this museum while on vacation in Bozeman and Pray, MT. It is well organized and to say the least, very well curated. It has many artifacts and down to earth explanations for non- computer savvy folks. It has a replica Enigma machine with a room dedicated to cryptography! Its organized chronologically from cuneiform tablets to space age communications. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. I recommend a visit when youre in the area.

Ai
Review №6

The Museum is densely packed with a ton of interesting exhibits and items. They have a mix of original items and some reproductions. It is definitely worth your time to pay them a visit.

Al
Review №7

Great museum to see while visiting Bozeman - especially if you’re a tech nerd or interested in computers more than an average person. The museum itself isn’t very big - just a few rooms. Someone wrote it was free - it wasn’t ($15 for two people), but still worth every penny. The rooms are separated by themes - from early arithmetic gadgets and calculators, to first PCs, to encryption devices and AI. You can even see the “brain” of the Minuteman ICBM and the Apple 1 board donated by Steve Wozniak. There are also early cell phones (Motorolas) and encryption devices like Enigma! The museum did a great job explaining modern tech and there’s a lot of reading to do while you’re there. If you want to continue on the subject after visiting the museum, watch “Halt and catch fire” show on Netflix ;)

ni
Review №8

Was a very interesting. Didnt realize the university was well known for its work in the area

Re
Review №9

Educational and spectacular pieces. My nephew enjoyed our experience here!

Ri
Review №10

Some great gems from the past tucked away in this small museum. Entry very reasonable and lots to look at. Person who introduced the museum to us was very knowledgeable about the very early beginnings of computing, the rest we discovered on our way round.

Ph
Review №11

This is more a Museum of Technology. And it is really interesting. A replica of the Guttenburg Printing press and actual page of it. Much more.

Al
Review №12

Fantastic museum. I never thought a computer museum could be so interesting. The history starts incredibly far back, but covers the most important aspects of computer and electronics history. The collection of old computers and electronics is amazing. I cant believe such famous people donated to the museum. There is tons of stuff from Steve Wazniak and tons of other famous people from the computer and electronics world.

Ma
Review №13

This is a low-key museum in campus-type building but has a lot of amazing stuff. Its worth spending time and unbelievably it is free. If you have time before your flight from Bozeman, I recommend you to drop by here. It is 20 minutes to and from the airport. I definitely want to visit again if I have a chance.

An
Review №14

Interesting history and nice staff, a long intro to the museum when we can just read it ourselves though

Ch
Review №15

Great museum. So much to learn.

Na
Review №16

The museum was well laid out with interesting things for people of all different levels of computer knowledge. The staff was very friendly and made a brief introduction that kind of helped to get things going

A
Review №17

There are so many cool artifacts there. Many of them signed by famous people. The staff is super friendly and there is a little tour that they give. The admission is free but I would recommend a donation.

Ge
Review №18

Very educational. They display only 1/6th of the materials they have because of facility constraints. It is a must see for anybody who uses a cell phone or personal computer.

Wi
Review №19

Great collection of technology! My favorite calculator the Curta.

Ag
Review №20

Informative and inspiring, even if you are not a nerd. Paradise if you are a nerd.

Me
Review №21

Amazing collection of relics! Pretty quick to get around if you are short on time before a flight. Definitely recommend.

Sa
Review №22

Fun museum! Im glad we stopped in as we were passing through.

Dr
Review №23

Really cool and authentic experience.

Ma
Review №24

The hostess was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the museum. That sort of sparkling behavior tend be contagious. She was good too: answering questions, training a new employee, checking in other patrons, etc.The museum is small. Very small. Its free, and I found it educational. The enigma machine took most of my attention. I will absolutely recommend the museum to those with curious minds.

Da
Review №25

Terrific exhibits and a bit of nostalgia about the history of computing - worth a stop

Jo
Review №26

Great little museum with lots of interesting displays especially for those of us who grew up during the PC boom and used early computers of the 70s and 80s.

Je
Review №27

Beyond amazing! Small but a hidden wealth of knowledge. Truly engaging for all, whether you know a lot or nothing of the incredible history and creation of technology

Ja
Review №28

We will be back, such a cool place with amazing blast from the past computers and electronics. Highly educational too!

Lu
Review №29

I didnt have a lot of time to see everything I wanted, yet it was amazing to see a lot of the displays! Cryptography was VERY interesting and informational.

Ad
Review №30

Incredibly cool museum! Cant miss for any lover of history or computers.

Ga
Review №31

Absolutely wonderful museum the man that ran the place was very kind and nice making sure to not over explain something during the museum introduction. The movies they had were fun and educational and i even got a floppy disk at the gift shop so i could remember that place. I traveled from indiana to see that place and it was well worth the trip

Ri
Review №32

This museum is great. I am amazed at some of the materials that they have been able to collect. Anyone who has a long history with computers will love seeing some of the historical items on display

Sa
Review №33

A cute little museum. Small, but still managed to spend over 2 hours there. Several interesting exhibits about the past and future of technology. Perfect spot for anyone interested in computers!

La
Review №34

Surprising and unique one of a kind items.

Sh
Review №35

Best little museum, very educational....well worth a viewing by all.

La
Review №36

Awesome reminder of the fantastic advances the field has seen with highlights of womens contributions.

Ch
Review №37

Kind of hard to find, it is surrounded by regular businesses and in the same type of building as the businesses. And it doesnt have a big sign to let you know where it is until you are right outside its door looking through the window at a 2X2 sign in the window. That said once you find the place it is a great museum. They go back to the precursors to computers and electronics all the way to present time. They have a lot of first items (1st handheld gps, dna sequencer, consumer PC, etc). The exhibit on the enigma machine is both big and in depth. The part on womens role in programming was very interesting also It is a smaller museum but most people would spend an hour or 2 here. If you are really interested in computers and robotics they have videos playing and you could easily spend double that time looking around.

Up
Review №38

This is by far one of the most unique museums I have ever visited it’s definitely worth stopping by if you’re coming to town they have some very unique artifacts on display everything from clay tablets to books.Last time I was here it was free admission so it’s definitely worth a stop

Kr
Review №39

Such an amazing collection of interesting exhibits. Its amazing the amount of computer and robotics history covered in such a small space!

Le
Review №40

Cool look back at how far we have come in technology.

Mi
Review №41

Very educational trip down memory lane!

Sa
Review №42

Hostess is extremely knowledgeable and very enthusiastic. Had a blast looking through all their displays. Truly some very rare wonders! Gift shop has some fun finds as well!

Dr
Review №43

For what it is, its an excellent museum. The volunteer on staff was very helpful and knowledgeable. Dont expect an all out museum, but it was delightful and pleasant. Just dont expect cheap merchandise on the way out. I give a lot of props, though, to the condition and display, considering the low funds. Very nicely arranged and explained.

Ji
Review №44

If you are a computer geek, then youd have to put this Museum on your list. They have a lot of cool stuff. Museum with small and you can easily spend an hour here. They have a lot of great pieces and displays. A large portion of their displays is tracking the history of the PC. I would highly recommend this Museum.

Pi
Review №45

Very nice stuff and very informative

Em
Review №46

Must see if you are nearby and into technology, big surprise for an odd and small location

Er
Review №47

What a great display of technology through the years, definitely go if youre in the area!

Va
Review №48

Fabulous gem of a museum. A must visit for locals and visitors alike!

Jo
Review №49

Awesome collection of computing history pieces, dare I say artifacts...? This place is a treasure and an imperative stop for any geek traveling through Bozeman. Its not a huge place, and it may seem a tad underwhelming at first, but Ive never seen anything like it before. Just dont bring any naysaying luddites... Only true technophiles will love this.

Lu
Review №50

As a huge nerd, I had to come to the legendary American Computer Museum. I had a blast! Some of the old tech this place has is legendary! If youre a nerd and love tech, visit this museum!

sa
Review №51

The most fun you can have in a computer museum in Bozeman

Lo
Review №52

This place basically has the history of all technology and how it became and developed I dont know how they got it all but they have everything this is a excellent place to go and excellent Learning Place also I was very very pleased not one to go to museums would go back

La
Review №53

Absolutely fantastic

Cr
Review №54

Small in footprint. But huge in outstanding historical objects and displays from ancient times to latest technologies.

Jo
Review №55

A well established museum of computer knowledge. Hope it can remain in Bozeman.

sc
Review №56

Awesome place to see some history of computers and how far we have come.

Ev
Review №57

Absolutely wonderful place if you are really into the evolution of computer science or technology. It is a small museum that is very well done. There is no cost but if you go, and enjoy it like my husband and I did, you should at least make a sms donation.

Mi
Review №58

Fun place with kind people and a lot of cool historic pieces

Ma
Review №59

Dont miss this place. One of the most interesting museums Ive been to in recent memory. If you are interested in computers or just technology in general, I totally recommend taking the time to check it out.

Jo
Review №60

This was an amazing museum! Almost every inch is covered with fascinating items. The museum also has items dealing with the transmission of information from before the computer age. Do not miss this collection!

Do
Review №61

Very interesting place

St
Review №62

This place is tucked away discretely in a shopping plaza near the MSU campus, but dont be fooled by the location - it is a special place. You dont have to be a computer nerd to enjoy the exhibits. The displays are well done and communicate on a level anyone can understand without dumbing it down for the non-computer savvy.

Ja
Review №63

Completely surprised by this place. Stopped in with minimal expectation and was shocked on the quality of the exhibits and the unique one off items they had on display. Its free but bring some cash to donate so they can keep this fantastic tribute to technology running.

th
Review №64

This is a hidden gem that had way more than I ever expected. Definitely worth the time!

Bl
Review №65

This place was absolutely amazing. Very interesting!

Al
Review №66

This place is fabulous! Absolutely recommend making the time.

Ga
Review №67

An amazing find. I need to learn the story of how so much history was collected off the beaten path.

Jo
Review №68

Really nice collection. Spent an hour with the kids here and it was fascinating. Free admission.

R
Review №69

Pretty interesting and the price cant be beat.

El
Review №70

Amazing museum! Very interesting and well set up for a free price museum. Im not a computer nerd, nor an engineer, but I really loved the exhibition! Of course if you are its gonna be a blast!

Be
Review №71

Very cool experience. They have a lot of extremely interesting computers and general technology from the 1900s. I would definitely recommend going. Please do be mindful that it is a non-profit organization and admission is free but donations are very helpful.

Ed
Review №72

Absolutely love this museum. Its one of the only computer specific museums in the whole country and its here in Bozeman of all places. Features exhibits signed by Steve Wozniak and Apollo mission computers. So cool.

Ry
Review №73

One of Bozemans best kept accidental secrets. One of the coolest museums Ive ever been to, with incredible artifacts and information, and its free! (Make a donation, because they need to stay open)Hard to find, hidden in a building that looks like it could be a dentists office. Worth the adventure to find it.

Ka
Review №74

Definetly a reccomended place

Co
Review №75

Incredible place. Theyve got some absolutely priceless artifacts in there, truly amazing.

Ga
Review №76

They have some really cool stuff!

Ke
Review №77

Very interesting and well worth the time to stop

De
Review №78

It was so much fun the AI was my fav

Ky
Review №79

Definitely worth the a couple hours of your time. We spent 2 hours here and I dont feel like I took it all in, despite it being a relatively small museum.I thouroughly enjoyed the exhibit on the Enigma encoding machine from WWII, as well as the quantum computing display.

An
Review №80

We rushed through during the last hour they were open. It was information overload! I would highly suggest a minimum of 2 hours to really appreciate everything they have - from 1rst edition Origin of Species by Charles Darwin to the autographed Apple 1 by Steve Wozniak.

Ja
Review №81

Very cool and unique museum. They have a lot of displays about computer history, and the staff are friendly and have a lot of information. Definitely recommend if you’re in the Bozeman area

Ka
Review №82

Simply awesome! Way cooler on the inside than it looks on the outside! Definitly worth a stop.

Jo
Review №83

Lovely museum - brought back happy memories! I even owned a few of the old exhibits (80s).

Sp
Review №84

Incredible assortment of historical items, informative, could have spent all day there.

Pa
Review №85

Absolutely fascinating and quite a surprise that such a small museum would have the astonishing amount of cool computer and technology artifacts and items. I recommend this for anyone interested in computers, technology or just enjoys history!

Ma
Review №86

The museum is an amazing place. Ive learned a lot and enjoyed the museum for over 3 hours. It was great to see they have many iconic items. The highlight for me was the enigma, but it was also fantastic to see the first home video game system, the vacuum tubes, the apple 1 and many more things. A big thanks to the lady at the front desk who explained a few things to me and who was very friendly.

Ke
Review №87

Such an interesting place! Good examples of communication devices through history, including the beginnings of the computer age. Plenty of focused information on the space program.

Oc
Review №88

Perfect for nerds, perfect for everyone.

Wi
Review №89

Amazing collection, if you havent been you need to go!

Ju
Review №90

Fascinating - a gem of a museum rich in history and facts from printing to the first main frame and personal computers. Worth the trip.

Te
Review №91

Solid little museum. Great way to spend that spare hour you are not sure what to do with. It focuses on information so you have many things that predate modern computers.

Pa
Review №92

Amazing little museum with a lot to offer: old and new technology, nostalgia, education and fun comparisons. Free entrance and enthusiastic staff.

A
Review №93

Lots of devices and historical pieces, and the staff is well informed on their pieces, every question answered and more.

sq
Review №94

Very cool place inside with very interesting things.

Jo
Review №95

Super cool. Lot of information, neat exhibits on computer and information management history. Free to public, donation box at the front counter.

Me
Review №96

While it may seem quiet and unassuming from the outside, this museum if filled to the brim with fantastic exhibits and materials. I can spend the whole afternoon in here as an adult, and my kiddos stay occupied for a long time too! Admission prices are on a donation basis.

Ji
Review №97

I feel you like computers and technology youll enjoy this museum. Many interesting items in the history of computers.

Of
Review №98

Good experience. Very relaxed atmosphere.

Ja
Review №99

A must stop if you are traveling through Bozeman.

Er
Review №100

Impressive collection!

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  • Address:2023 Stadium Dr #1a, Bozeman, MT 59715, United States
  • Site:http://www.acrmuseum.org/
  • Phone:+1 406-582-1288
Categories
  • Museum
  • Tourist attraction
Working hours
  • Monday:12–4pm
  • Tuesday:12–4pm
  • Wednesday:12–4pm
  • Thursday:12–4pm
  • Friday:12–4pm
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:12–4pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Restaurant:No
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