Living Computers: Museum + Labs was a hands-on technology museum at 2245 1st Ave S in Seattle’s SoDo area. Its collection traced computing from early machines to modern technology, with working vintage computers, arcade games, a recreated 1980s living room and classroom, VR demonstrations, robotics activities and video game development stations. The Apple I and operating mainframes were among its notable exhibits. The museum is now permanently closed, so you cannot visit or use its exhibits there.
A hands-on collection of computers
At 2245 1st Ave S in Seattle’s SoDo area, Living Computers: Museum + Labs presented the history of computing through machines visitors could use. Its collection ranged from older computers to more recent technology, with original software on some systems. The hands-on approach distinguished the displays: visitors could interact with vintage equipment instead of viewing every machine from behind glass.
The second floor held many of the older systems. Among them was an Apple I that visitors could type on, alongside other vintage computers running software and games. Operating mainframes were also part of the collection. The displays connected individual machines with the development of computers and the software made for them.
Arcade games, VR and robotics
The museum combined its historical collection with activities focused on newer technology. A retro arcade let visitors play games, while other stations introduced VR, robot building blocks and video game development. The first floor also included a classroom and a living room arranged in a 1980s style, bringing period furniture and technology together in familiar settings.
This mix gave the museum material for different ages and interests: children could explore interactive technology, while visitors interested in computer history could spend time with older systems and games. The collection also included exhibits related to robotics and artificial intelligence.
The museum is permanently closed
Living Computers: Museum + Labs is permanently closed. Its former address is 2245 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134, but it is not an open visitor attraction. Past information about admission, tours or free first-Thursday evenings does not apply to a visit now.
The museum’s exhibits included restored computers, playable arcade games, an Apple I, working mainframes, VR demonstrations and robotics activities. These details describe what the museum contained before it closed; they are not a current offer of access.
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Is Living Computers: Museum + Labs open?
No. The museum is permanently closed.
Where was Living Computers: Museum + Labs?
It was at 2245 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134, in the SoDo area.
What exhibits did the museum have?
Its collection included hands-on vintage computers, an Apple I, working mainframes, arcade games, a 1980s-style living room and classroom, VR demonstrations and robotics activities.
