The Tech Museum of Innovation
San Jose, CA
The Tech began as a dream. In 1978, members of the Junior League of Palo Alto, later joined by the San Jose League, envisioned an exciting learning
center devoted to science and technology in the heart of Silicon Valley.
The vision for The Tech was realized in 1990 when a 20,000-square-foot temporary test facility was opened in the old convention center on San Carlos Street. Since then, The Tech has fine-tuned its mission of engaging people of all ages in the technologies that affect their daily lives and has built a reputation as a viable and necessary educational resource in the area of science and technology learning. It has also become a landmark for visitors seeking a glimpse of the most inventive place on Earth and a showcase of the latest high-tech gizmos and gadgets that continue to define Silicon Valley.
Since the prototype Tech opened, 4,000,000 visitors from all over the world have enjoyed a one-of-a-kind, up close view of the spirit of innovation.
Craig Baranowski was instrumental in the opening of the original museum. Working as an exhibit engineer and managing a team, he designed and
fabricated interactive exhibits gaining expertise in robotics, lasers, sound & lighting systems, pneumatics and many other technology focused elements.