Overview

• Living Computers Museum + Labs, founded by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, will not reopen after closing in 2020.
• The museum featured hands-on exhibits of vintage computing systems, making it unique in its educational approach.
• Over 150 items from the museum, including rare tech artifacts, will be auctioned by Christie's.
• Proceeds from the auction will benefit charitable causes as directed by Allen's estate.
• Fans and former patrons express disappointment, questioning the decision to close such a significant institution.