The Millennium was founded in 1966 and was incorporated as an independent, non-profit organization in May of 1967. The organization is one of the oldest media arts centers in the United States as is now celebrating its 40th year of operation.

From its beginnings the Millennium offered various programs and services such as filmmaking workshops, equipment access-which includes facilities for editing, screening and shooting. In addition, the Millennium has continuously presented ongoing film-talks and screenings in its Personal Cinema Series. This consists of mostly one-person film/video programs with the artists present to engage in a dialogue with the audience.

In 1978 saw the publication of the first issue of the Millennium Film Journal, created to meet the need for a more substantial discoursemerging organizations throughout the U.S. It has managed to execute a large number of programs and services and at the same time maintain high standards and low rates for public access.