Oral History Collection

Oral histories bridge the gap between written historical record and individual experience. The Computer History Museum’s oral history program records and preserves the firsthand recollections of computing pioneers from around the world in their own voice, enriching scholarly research and adding new depth to the history of computing.
To suggest an interviewee or panel topic, please email your suggestion and a short explanation to Oral History. Transcripts and selected footage are available below. Researchers can access additional recordings by contacting Research.
New! Personal accounts are written firsthand testimonies that cover significant events, products, or technologies related to the history of computing. Go to Personal Accounts.
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This search only checks title, subject, contributors, and keywords across all oral histories.
Computer History Museum
Text, 2008-12-02
102702019
Computer History Museum
Text, 2008-12-02
102702022
Computer History Museum
Text, 2008-08-14
102701962
Computer History Museum
Text, 2006-09-20
102657974
Computer History Museum
Moving image, 2014-07-09
102739933
Computer History Museum
Text, 2014-07-09
102739934
Computer History Museum
Text, 2004-10-29
102657937
Computer History Museum
Text, 2005-02-22
102657931
Computer History Museum
Text, 2004-06-16
102657930
Computer History Museum
Text, 2004-04-06
102657933
Computer History Museum
Text, 2006-01-03
102657932