British Science Museum needs a lesson in history

Here's an interesting announcement from the British Science Museum that might interest some of the folks in the UK (Tony, now you can get a job!) OPERATE THE BABY COMPUTER Would you like to work on the rebuilt 'Baby' computer? This rebuild of the original which ran for the first time on 21 June 1948 is on display in the Futures gallery at the Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester. The Museum needs help to keep the computer in working order and to demonstrate it to visitors. You should have some experience in and knowledge of electronics. An interest in the history of computing would be desirable. You should also be available once during the week for training and, if possible, at the weekends for demonstrations. You will join the Museum's volunteer programme and will receive training on the computer's operation and maintenance, on its background history and on talking about the computer to Museum visitors. The Museum is the only place where you can have this opportunity to work with the first computer. You will be able to learn from the people who rebuilt the computer and benefit from the experience of explaining it to visitors. If you are interested in helping, please contact Jenny Wetton at the Museum, telephone 0161-832-2244, or email: j.wetton(a)msim.org.uk --- What's funny is the state in the second to last paragraph: "The Museum is the only place where you can have this opportunity to work with the first computer." Konrad Zuse might have a problem with this. Sellam Alternate e-mail: dastar(a)siconic.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Don't rub the lamp if you don't want the genie to come out. Coming this October 2-3: Vintage Computer Festival 3.0! See http://www.vintage.org/vcf for details! [Last web site update: 04/22/99]