Join us for a fun, family-friendly workshop exploring the life cycle of stars! Together we’ll discover how stars are born, shine, and transform over time. Participants will create a handy mnemonic bookmark to remember the stages of a star’s journey, then let their creativity shine by painting a colorful watercolor universe to take home. This...
💻♻️ Got an old printer collecting dust in the closet? Ready to say goodbye to that outdated laptop, server, modem, phone, or router? Bring them to our Electronics Recycling Day! Our friends at New Life Technology will be on-site to collect everything from A/V equipment to obsolete gadgets. (Heads up: flat screen TVs carry a...
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...
We're OPEN! Our Holiday Schedule: OPEN - Wednesday, 11/26 12 - 5 PM Closed - Thanksgiving Day OPEN - Friday, 11/27 12 - 5 PM Have family in town? Bring everyone over to Mimms Museum. Need to get everyone out of the kitchen? None of your teams playing today? Just need to get out of...
We're OPEN! Our Holiday Schedule: OPEN - Wednesday, 11/26 12 - 5 PM Closed - Thanksgiving Day OPEN - Friday, 11/27 12 - 5 PM Have family in town? Bring everyone over to Mimms Museum. Need to get everyone out of the kitchen? None of your teams playing today? Just need to get out of...
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...
Typewriter Tom is back this December 13th and 14th! He's one of the Mimms Museum's favorite presenters. Perhaps you saw the recent article about him in the Atlanta Journal Constitution? He's back just in time for the holidays. Bring the family to not only view his beautiful collection of vintage typewriters, but also type out...
Typewriter Tom is back this December 13th and 14th! He's one of the Mimms Museum's favorite presenters. Perhaps you saw the recent article about him in the Atlanta Journal Constitution? He's back just in time for the holidays. Bring the family to not only view his beautiful collection of vintage typewriters, but also type out...
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, when available, are always on. - Flashing...
Do you have a small Girl Scout Troop or are you an individual Girl Scout wanting to earn more badges? 🎬 Girl Scout Workshop: Entertainment Technology Badge for Juniors 🎮Join us on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 1–3 PM for a fun, hands-on workshop where Junior Girl Scouts can earn their Entertainment Technology badge! 🎟️...
Bring the family for a special Talking Tech presentation on the incredible Apollo 8 mission — Man's First Trip to the Moon. While we tend to remember Apollo 11 and Apollo 13 most readily, you'll definitely recognize the events and images that came from this very important Apollo mission. The amazing flight of Apollo 8...
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...
Are you a K12 teacher interested in a new and engaging location for a field trip? You're invited to visit Mimms Museum of Technology and Art for free! Simply register below and bring your School ID with you to your visit. Join us at 1:00 PM for a short presentation and Q&A session. Explore the...
Update 1/22/26: Due to the forecast of icy conditions and potentially dangerous travel this weekend, the January Talking Tech will be postponed. When a new date is confirmed, we'll post it here on our calendar and send information out via our newsletter. Talking Tech Speaker Series — Cybersecurity for Seniors (and Everyone Else!)📅 Postponed Join...
Join us at Mimms Museum of Technology and Art for an interactive workshop that teaches you the fundamentals of modern calligraphy! During the workshop, all the basics will be covered and by the time you leave class you'll have all the tips and techniques to create an elegant, eye-catching work of art. Whether you're a...
