Reading’s DIGITAL Revolution – Reflections on a Tech Legacy
From March to December 2025, the Sir John Madejski Gallery hosted Reading’s Digital Revolution, a colourful mixed media exhibition explored the roots of our town’s tech sector and its influence on Reading’s past, present, and future.
Visitors discovered how a small team in 1964 sparked a transformation that grew into a global tech powerhouse, laying the foundations for today’s ICT cluster of over 11,000 businesses in the Greater Reading area.
We have created an online version that revisits the exhibition’s key stories, showcasing rare artifacts, personal accounts, and bold visions of Reading’s digital future. Explore the people, culture, and innovations that turned a town into a hub of global change.
Click on the images to take a closer look at the display. Explore the online exhibition.
