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Mining Through Time

From Classic to modern, play them all

Playable stations featuring every major Minecraft version from Classic to the latest release.

Duration60 min
LocationSecond Floor - Archive Wing
Age Groupall-ages
FloorFloor 2
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About This Exhibit

Experience Minecraft as it was - and as it has become. Mining Through Time features playable stations running authentic versions of Minecraft from every major era. Start with the browser-based Classic from 2009, work through Alpha and Beta, and see how the game transformed with each major update. Each station includes version notes, community reactions from the time, and the most significant changes. Our archive includes some truly rare versions, including unreleased builds and exclusive previews that shaped the game's development.

What You'll Experience

Play every major Minecraft version
Experience removed features
Compare old and new gameplay
See original launcher designs
Read community reactions from each era

Did You Know?

Minecraft Classic was released in May 2009
Beta 1.8 was called the Adventure Update
The game officially released on 11/11/11

Exhibit Information

Duration60 min
LocationSecond Floor - Archive Wing
FloorFloor 2
Difficultyall-ages
Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. Audio descriptions available. Sensory-friendly hours on Sundays.

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