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Continued from Page 4 installation “LuminAI.” Participants danced with an artificially intelligent, projected dance partner while other guests watched.

Two children who attended the museum’s computer-focused summer camps spoke about how much they enjoyed their time learning about technology. In remarks, Youngblood recalled what another child said to her after he left the museum.

“He said, ‘I’m just shocked it’s not full of people right now!’” Youngblood said.

To the executive director, reactions like that are an example of the museum’s impact so far. Now, she’s looking to “phase two” of the museum.

“It’s raising awareness, raising funds and raising energy for what we do as a group,” Youngblood said.

Real-time data collection would take place in a second visit, Hussein said.

Kirk Canaday, Johns Creek Historical Society member, followed Hussein around to provide guidance on the area. Sabrina Aquell, a Macedonia descendent, was also there to key in on the process.

GPR focus is going toward the area where the first church was, near the St. Ives fence. But for best results, Canaday said the City of Johns Creek will need to clear the ground.

Because moisture kills radar signals, Hussein said GPR should be performed before next winter.

Youngblood hopes to expand into the rest of the museum’s space. In addition to the exhibit area, the Computer Museum of America has a 10,000 square foot ballroom, classrooms and a second floor offering 65,000 square feet of space.

The museum still acquires artifacts that it plans to display in the future, once the staff knows “how things are going to shake out” and decides what to preserve and share. The artifacts are part of the museum’s long-term goal.

“We want to be here 75 years from now,” Youngblood said.

To do that, Youngblood said the museum needs fundraising, partnerships, and for everyone to “believe” with her that the museum can do what it takes to succeed.

“We’re a nonprofit, so let’s work together,” Youngblood said.