National Capital Radio & Television Museum

06/01/2026

🎉 Tickets are now officially on sale for the 2026 Annual Gala! 🎉

Join the National Capital Radio and Television Museum on October 3, 2026, at the Bowie Comfort Inn for an evening filled with great food, dancing, a Silent Auction, and more—all in support of our largest fundraiser of the year. This year, we are especially proud to honor Tony Perkins (Tony Perkins MAJIC 102.3) with the Ed Walker Lifetime Achievement Award in Broadcasting

Visit ncrtv.org/gala to reserve your spot today.

You can use the ticket form, mail a check, call 301 390 1020, or email [email protected] for details.

We hope to see you there!

05/11/2026

"CBS News Radio: A beacon of broadcast journalism signs off.

Before YouTube and podcasts, before even the nightly television newscasts, millions of people found out what was happening from CBS News Radio. But later this month, after 99 years, CBS News Radio is going silent."

Read more below!

Founded nearly a century ago, CBS Radio, featuring legends such as Edward R. Murrow, Robert Trout and Charles Osgood, created the template for broadcast journalists. But on May 22, CBS will end its heralded radio service.

05/06/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Tony Perkins (Tony Perkins MAJIC 102.3) will be the recipient of this year's Ed Walker Lifetime Achievement Award in Broadcasting!

Tony Perkins is a veteran Washington, D.C., journalist and host. He joined NBC4 in 2023 as an anchor for News4 Today, but he's been part of the D.C. media scene for more than 30 years, as a weatherman, reporter, host and news anchor on both television and radio. Currently at NBC 4 (WRC TV), Tony Perkins has had a long and impactful career across the DC region, including time at ABC’s Good Morning America, FOX 5, and WUSA 9.

Help us honor a true broadcasting legend on October 3, 2026 at our Annual Gala!

🎟 Tickets go on sale 6/1/2026
📞 301‑390‑1020
📧 [email protected]

04/20/2026

📅 Save the Date!

The National Capital Radio and Television Museum is proud to announce the return of our Annual Gala!

Join us on October 3, 2026 for an unforgettable evening celebrating excellence in broadcasting while supporting the Museum’s mission. More details—and tickets—coming soon!

Mark your calendars now!

04/18/2026

It’s a beautiful day today and we are celebrating World Amateur Radio Day! Come celebrate with us! Free admission to the museum, tours, and demonstrations! 10am-3pm. Hope to see you there!

04/10/2026

Friday Featurette: Stromberg‑Carlson Model 1500 (1951)

Quality engineering never goes out of style. The Stromberg‑Carlson 1500, built in 1951, features a five‑tube broadcast band design that delivers smooth, steady audio and timeless elegance. This restored piece exemplifies the company’s reputation for superior sound!

Come see it in person at our gift shop and hear the difference for yourself! And remember - any radios in our gift shop come with three months of parts and labor guaranteed! We can also install Bluetooth on most models, so be sure to ask about that upgrade!

04/09/2026

⏰ Event Reminder! 📻
Ham Open House — April 18 | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

We’re excited to share that the Safety Education & Outreach Unit of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources will be joining us! You won't want to miss their Emergency Communications table! Stop by to see GMRS & FRS radio systems designed for off grid, disaster ready communication, including portable setups, antennas, and power solutions.
Learn how these systems can support emergency response, search and rescue, and community coordination when normal infrastructure is down.

📅 April 18
🕙 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
🎟Free Admission!

Come see the gear, ask questions, and join the conversation on emergency preparedness!

04/09/2026

Did you know that when Apollo 17 astronauts spoke to Mission Control from the lunar surface in December 1972, their voices traveled on S-band radio waves at roughly 2.3 GigaHertz (GHz) — a frequency NASA had chosen for its ability to punch through the atmosphere and deliver voice, telemetry, television and ranging data in a single unified link.

Today, the Artemis II astronauts now on their way home from circling the Moon aboard the Orion spacecraft are still using those same airwaves in the radio-frequency spectrum! There are currently 34 volunteers (comprised of established commercial service providers, members of academia, and individual amateur radio enthusiasts) hand-picked by NASA to help to track the Artemis II.

Read more about the importance of amateur radio below!

https://www.nasa.gov/technology/space-comms/nasa-selects-participants-to-track-artemis-ii-mission/

Image Credit: NASA
Image Credit: NASA/Joel Kowsky

04/03/2026

Friday Featurette: Silvertone Model 15 (1950)

Our latest spotlight shines on the Silvertone Model 15 from 1950. Known for its clean lines, this 6‑tube AM radio has been carefully restored to highlight both its beauty and its sound. Whether you're a longtime collector or a first‑time vintage buyer, this model is an excellent introduction to classic radio craftsmanship.

Available now at our gift shop! And remember - any radios in our gift shop come with three months of parts and labor guaranteed! We can also install Bluetooth on most models, so be sure to ask about that upgrade!

04/01/2026

We're excited to announce the newest addition to our museum: a giant Ferris Wheel! One ride ticket is included with each tour. Our hams say the radio reception at the top is "Just great!" Our neighbors say "It's a bit much." Be sure to swing by to take a spin between 4/1/2026-4/1/2026!

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