Join CCH and the LEO Computers Society as we celebrate the 75th anniversary of LEO (Lyons Electronic Office), the world's first business computer.
Discover why LEO transformed how businesses operated, and how it played a key role on the journey to the digital world of today.
The day will feature family-friendly activities, interactive exhibits, children's workshops, historical displays, and opportunities to meet members of the LEO Computers Society. Come and check out our special LEO@75 exhibition and learn how computing has evolved from LEO to today's AI technologies.
To bring the 1950s to life, the museum foyer will be transformed into a Lyons Tea Shop complete with tea, cakes and costumed Nippy waitresses, with two dance performances by the East Anglia Swing Troupe.
Thanks to funding from the AIT Trust, we are able to offer discounted family tickets to this event.
All-day activities
- LEO@75 exhibition
- Interactive Virtual LEO experience and exhibition
- Meet members of the LEO Computers Society
- Self-guided family activities, including 'From LEO to AI' computing history tour
- Interactive displays and demonstrations
- Lyons Tea Shop experience
Special activities
| 10:15 – 10:55 | LEO’s historical context: East Anglia Swing Troupe | Swing Dancing performance |
| 11:00 – 12:00 | Family Workshop for younger children (aged 5 – 7) | LEO story time and Code-a-pillar workshop |
| 12:30 – 13:10 | LEO’s historical context: East Anglia Swing Troupe | Swing Dancing performance |
| 14:00 – 15:00 | Python Coding workshop for older children (aged 12 – 16) | Run the LEO Payroll! Programming Like It's 1951 |
| 16:00 – 17:00 | Screening of LEO: The Story of the World’s First Business Computer | Q&A with members of the LEO Society John Daines and Peter Byford |
Event closes 17:00
This programme is subject to change. Additional drop-in activities and demonstrations may take place throughout the day.
Whether you're interested in computing history, innovation, engineering, or simply looking for an enjoyable family day out, LEO@75 offers a unique opportunity to celebrate one of Britain's most important technological achievements.
Visitor Information
The Centre for Computing History has free on-site parking and a tuck shop serving hot and cold drinks and snacks, as well as event specific refreshments. We also have accessible toilets and baby-changing facilities.
Remember - All proceeds go to support our Computing Museum!
