diff --git a/code/game/machinery/hologram.dm b/code/game/machinery/hologram.dm
index 501ec06629c..d34acd5d2d4 100644
--- a/code/game/machinery/hologram.dm
+++ b/code/game/machinery/hologram.dm
@@ -35,6 +35,7 @@ var/const/HOLOPAD_MODE = RANGE_BASED
 	name = "\improper AI holopad"
 	desc = "It's a floor-mounted device for projecting holographic images. It is activated remotely."
 	icon_state = "holopad0"
+	show_messages = 1
 
 	layer = TURF_LAYER+0.1 //Preventing mice and drones from sneaking under them.