In November 2025, the “I Love 8-bit” exhibition arrived on loan at the Kouvola City Library, bringing a piece of digital cultural history into the heart of the library environment. The two-week loan period offered library patrons a unique opportunity to explore retro games and early computers in a way that differed from the traditional library experience.

The exhibition featured all the crowd favorites: classic retro games, iconic 8-bit computers, and the chance to try out the equipment firsthand. This made the exhibition particularly appealing both to older visitors, who were revisiting the games of their youth, and to younger visitors, for whom the experience offered a new perspective on the evolution of technology. For the library, the exhibition was also a significant success in terms of visitor numbers. It attracted new customer groups, particularly people interested in gaming and technology who had not necessarily used the library’s services before. The exhibition demonstrated that the library can serve as a versatile cultural space that combines elements of knowledge, entertainment, and community.

For two weeks, “I Love 8-bit” brought computer culture into the library’s daily routine and enriched its activities in a new way. It not only showcased technology from the past but also reinforced the library’s role as a contemporary and engaging meeting place.