California Historical Radio Society
8.9 • History museum
Two-story museum in a beautifully restored building showcases vintage radios, early televisions, and military communication devices. Crowded and quirky atmosphere with active amateur radio stations and hands-on activities like Morse code beading. Exhibits arranged chronologically, offering clear history of radio technology from late 1800s to 1950s TV.
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"I found the vintage radios to be well-preserved and fascinating."
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"The museum staff is friendly and happy to geek out over questions."
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"The historical sites here have knowledgeable volunteers who give great tours."
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Good to know
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The society is open to the public on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
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Private tours and docent-led explorations are available on those days.
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Entry to the museum is free.
2152 Central Ave, Alameda, California, United States
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