Interoffice Memorandum

This document contains a collection of interoffice memos and other correspondence related to the establishment of a DEC Computer Museum. The memos discuss various aspects of the museum's development, including:

• Item Acquisition: Identifying and acquiring historical computer equipment and parts, such as Whirlwind computer components, PDP-1, TX-0, ARC, CASINO, and various IBM and other company equipment.
• Museum Location and Planning: Discussions about potential locations for the museum, with a focus on the Marlboro, MA facility, and preliminary plans for exhibits and operations.
• Organizational Structure: Exploring options for the museum's legal structure, including being a wholly owned company facility or a non-profit corporation, and the associated tax and control implications.
• Research and Resources: Identifying and gathering information on other computer museums, historical computer exhibits, and relevant publications.
• Funding and Logistics: Discussing the costs associated with fitting up the museum space, potential donations, and the logistics of transporting and displaying equipment.
• Public Relations and Education: Outlining goals for educating the public about computers and establishing DEC as a people-oriented company through the museum.

The correspondence spans from May 1972 to February 1975, indicating an ongoing effort to establish the museum.