Celebrating Apple’s 50th Anniversary: A Look Back at Five Decades of Innovation
On April 1, 1976, Apple Computer was founded with a radical idea: that powerful computing should be personal. Fifty years later, Apple stands as one of the most influential technology companies in history—shaping not only products, but culture, design, and how billions of people interact with technology every day.
To commemorate this milestone, the Computer History Museum (CHM) has announced Apple@50, a special celebration marking Apple’s 50th anniversary. This initiative will feature a series of programs, an exhibit of rare prototypes, digital stories from the collection, and more. The CHM invites enthusiasts and the general public to join in this celebration of Apple’s first 50 years.
While specific details about the programs and exhibitions are yet to be disclosed, the CHM offers a way to sign up to receive email notifications about special activities related to the Apple@50 celebration.
This announcement follows Apple CEO Tim Cook’s confirmation that the company will observe its half-century milestone, though details on that remain forthcoming.
In addition to the CHM’s initiatives, other projects are underway to honor Apple’s anniversary. Notably, David Pogue’s upcoming book, Apple: The First 50 Years, is currently available for pre-order and is set to be launched next month.
As the anniversary approaches, the CHM’s Apple@50 programming and opening date are highly anticipated. For those in the Bay Area over the next few months, planning a visit to the museum could offer a unique opportunity to engage with Apple’s rich history and its impact on technology and culture.
