Computer Museum of America

What Computer Museum of America does

Computer Museum of America, legally organized as Mimms Museum of Technology and Art, is a private nonprofit museum located at 5000 Commerce Pkwy, Roswell, Georgia. Founded in 2019, the museum preserves and exhibits computing, communications, artificial intelligence, and robotics history through a permanent collection of more than 2,000 artifacts including 30+ prototypes, 70+ supercomputers, a complete Byte magazine front cover collection, and dedicated exhibits on space exploration and a STEAM timeline of digital history. Its core product offering centers on five in-house exhibits (iNSPIRE Apple Innovation Exhibit, A Tribute to Space Exploration, Supercomputing: Vanquishing the Impossible, STEAM Timeline, and Byte Wall Magazine Collection) accessed through a single physical site open Wednesday through Sunday from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

The museum monetizes through a hybrid nonprofit revenue model combining admissions, annual memberships, monetary and artifact donations, corporate sponsorships, merchandise sales through an online store, and facility rentals for private and corporate events. Its go-to-market is direct-to-consumer at the physical site, supplemented by educational programming targeted at K-12 schools (aligned to Georgia Standards of Excellence), scout organizations, families, and corporate buyers using the space for team-building and events. Signature community events include the Pixel Putt annual fundraising tournament, Night Mode evening sessions, Speed Puzzling competitions, and the BYTE26 gala.

Technically, the museum is non-digital; no APIs, mobile apps, or proprietary software products are disclosed, and operations rest on a small staff of 1-10 employees supported by volunteers and board governance. Distribution is single-site, regionally focused on the Southeast United States. Competitive advantage rests on the size and uniqueness of the artifact collection, which would be functionally impossible to replicate without multi-year acquisition programs and capital outlays.

Name

Computer Museum of America

Legal name

Mimms Museum of Technology and Art

Website

https://computermuseumofamerica.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Computer Museum of America (Mimms Museum of Technology and Art) is a Roswell, Georgia-based nonprofit museum preserving and exhibiting computing, communications, AI, and robotics history through 2,000+ artifacts, serving K-12 schools, families, scouts, and corporate event clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Technology Museum / Cultural Institution

NAICS

Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions (712), Museums (712110)

akta.pro primary industry

Science & Technology Museums (THAJADAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Museum, Zoo & Attraction Gift Shops (CRALAJAG), Archives, Special Collections & Preservation Operations (Rare Materials, Conservation) (EDAEAGAJ)

Keywords

• Technology museum exhibits
• Computer history preservation
• STEM education programs
• Museum field trips
• Corporate event venue

Headquarters

HQ city

Roswell

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Admissions and Membership: The museum generates revenue through visitor admissions and annual memberships, providing access to over 2,000 artifacts and rotating exhibits including the iNSPIRE Apple innovation exhibit.
2. Donations and Artifact Contributions: The museum accepts monetary donations and artifact donations to grow its collection, with a wishlist of items they are actively seeking.
3. Corporate Sponsorships and Event Hosting: Corporate members and sponsors support the museum financially, and the museum offers event spaces for corporate functions and private events.
4. Merchandise Sales: The museum sells merchandise through an online store, with product items purchasable on the website.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The Computer Museum of America operates a physical technology museum in Roswell, Georgia, preserving and exhibiting more than 2,000 computer artifacts including over 30 prototypes and 70+ supercomputers. Its core experience is built around themed exhibits (iNSPIRE Apple Innovation, Tribute to Space Exploration, Supercomputing, STEAM Timeline, Byte Wall Magazine Collection) complemented by K-12 school field trips aligned with Georgia curriculum standards, scout programs, summer camps, membership admissions, corporate event rentals, and signature community events such as Pixel Putt, Night Mode, and Speed Puzzling.

Product overview

The Computer Museum of America (operating as Mimms Museum of Technology and Art) is a technology museum offering a unified experience centered on preserving and exhibiting computer history and innovation. The core offering consists of permanent exhibits including the iNSPIRE Apple Innovation Exhibit, Space Exploration Tribute, Supercomputing exhibit (70+ machines), STEAM Timeline, and the Byte Wall Magazine Collection. These exhibits are complemented by educational programs (school field trips aligned with Georgia curriculum standards, scouts programs, and summer camps) and community events (Pixel Putt, Night Mode, Speed Puzzling). The museum also offers facility rentals (event spaces) and a membership program for ongoing visitor engagement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• iNSPIRE Apple Innovation Exhibit A permanent museum exhibit showcasing over 2,000 artifacts including over 30 Apple prototypes, celebrating the legacy of Apple technology and inspiring future generations through the story of groundbreaking innovation. Targeted at general public visitors, Apple enthusiasts, and educational groups.
• A Tribute to Space Exploration Exhibit Immersive space exploration exhibit that lets visitors experience space exploration through interactive and imaginative displays, targeted at general public, families, and school groups.
• Supercomputing: Vanquishing the Impossible Exhibit Permanent exhibit featuring more than 70 supercomputers on display, demonstrating the evolution of high-performance computing and targeted at technology enthusiasts, students, and academic visitors.
• STEAM Timeline Exhibit Historical exhibit showcasing artifacts of the digital past from its inception through today, covering Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Targeted at educational visitors and students.
• Byte Wall Magazine Collection Complete collection of Byte magazine front covers, documenting the history of computing and technology publishing for general public visitors and computing history researchers.
• School Field Trips Educational programs for K-12 schools aligned with Georgia Standards of Excellence for Elementary, Middle School, and High School levels, teaching innovation and technology history through museum visits. Targeted at Georgia schools and districts seeking curriculum-aligned STEM/STEAM field trips.
• Scouts at the Museum Program Program enabling Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts to explore technology and earn badges through museum educational activities. Targeted at scout troops and youth organizations.
• Summer Camps STEM-focused summer camp programs for children providing hands-on technology and innovation education, targeted at families seeking summer enrichment for school-age children.
• Membership Program Annual membership providing ongoing access to museum exhibits, exclusive events, and member benefits, targeted at frequent visitors, families, and technology enthusiasts in the Southeast region.
• Event Spaces Rental of museum event spaces for corporate events, private gatherings, and special occasions. Targeted at corporate event planners and private individuals seeking distinctive venues.
• Merchandise Museum-branded merchandise sold through the online store on the website, targeted at visitors and supporters of the museum.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Cruise PlannersminorOthersCorporate member supporting the museum's operations and preservation efforts.
• RR AuctionminorOthersCorporate member and auction company supporting the museum.
• Van Epp'sminorOthersCorporate member supporting the museum.
• HigginbothamminorOthersCorporate member supporting the museum.
• Carl BlackminorOthersCorporate member supporting the museum.
• First Capital Advisory Group (FCAC2)minorOthersCorporate member and financial advisory firm supporting the museum.
• Georgia HumanitiesminorOthersFoundation and cultural organization supporting the museum's educational mission.
• Roswell Women's ClubminorOthersLocal community organization supporting the museum.
• Scroggin BurnsminorOthersCorporate member supporting the museum.
• Vinings GalleryminorOthersGallery partner and corporate member.
• LGE (Community Partners)minorOthersCommunity partner and corporate member.
• Ros Eco Dev IncminorOthersCorporate member supporting economic development and the museum.
• Kaufman-HilbertminorOthersCorporate member supporting the museum.
• Tran Bui ProductionsminorOthersProduction company and corporate member supporting the museum.
• Signs of SignificanceminorOthersSignage sponsor providing signage services for the museum.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Museum of Science, Boston: Large-scale science museum with extensive STEM programming and school field trip infrastructure; broader incumbent competing for the same K-12 field-trip and family visitor dollars in the U.S. market.
• The Henry Ford: Dearborn, MI institution of American innovation including transportation, technology, and invention; broader incumbent whose technology-related exhibits overlap with Computer Museum of America's narrative.

Direct peers

• Living Computers: Museum + Labs: Seattle-based computer history museum founded by Paul Allen (closed in 2020) that combined historical computing exhibits with hands-on technology experiences; directly comparable subject and model, included as a relevant historical reference point in the category.
• The Tech Interactive: San Jose-based technology and science museum with hands-on STEM exhibits and school programs; comparable operating model combining technology exhibits, K-12 field trips, and event hosting.
• American Computer Museum: Bozeman, MT museum dedicated to computing history with rotating exhibits and educational programming; smaller-scope but directly comparable niche subject matter.
• Computer History Museum: The leading U.S. computer history museum (Mountain View, CA), housing a deep collection of computing artifacts and offering exhibits, educational programs, and signature events — the closest large-scale analog to Computer Museum of America.
• InfoAge Science Center & History Museum: Wall, NJ science and technology museum including vintage computing and communications exhibits; comparable small-team nonprofit model with corporate sponsor support.

Regional players

• The National Museum of Computing: UK-based museum at Bletchley Park housing one of the world's largest collections of working historic computers; directly comparable subject (computing history) but different geography.
• Centre for Computing History: Cambridge, UK museum dedicated to the history of computing with hands-on exhibits and education programs; close functional analog in a different geography.
• Heinz Nixdorf Forum: Paderborn, Germany — one of the largest computer museums in the world; comparable computing-history subject and exhibits, but operates in a different geography.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/mimmsmuseum
• Facebookfacebook.com/mimmsmuseum
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/computer-museum-of-america
• Instagraminstagram.com/mimmsmuseum

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