31 Jul
2007
31 Jul
'07
12:40 p.m.
On 31/07/07, Rob <robert at irrelevant.com> wrote:
On 31/07/07, Simon Fryer <fryers at gmail.com> wrote:
ISTR one of the US list members (Evan?) pointing out last time this came
up (no more than a few months ago) that having some experience of organising
a large event, while not essential, would make the whole thing a lot less
stressful. A number of other points were made detailing many pitfalls that
await the unwary. The thread went very quiet after that :)
Some thoughts:
Would it be acceptable/appropriate to hook up with one of the UK radio
rallies?
Would any museums be able to provide a venue - for example the Manchester
Science+Industry Museum has stacks of space and a strong connection with
early computing.
Bletchley Park?
--
Pete Edwards
"Prediction is very difficult, especially if it's about the future" - Niels
Bohr
I think there would be a lot of interest. The initial stumbling block
so far appears to be finding someone to organise it.
Agreed - I am sure this has cropped up on the list before, too, with
the same conclusion. Venus shouldn't be a problem; there are plenty
of possibilities about, ranging from sports halls to places the size
of the NEC; although you'd need big pockets for the latter.. Just
pick a size and go from there..