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A Day of Sound at the Bay Radio Museum

Alameda, CA, USAFriday, July 17, 2026

When: Saturday, 8 AM – 4 PM
Where: 2152 Central Ave., Alameda (Bay Area Radio Museum & Hall of Fame)
Cost: Free


What’s Happening

  • Walk‑through Exhibits
    Explore aisles of vintage radios and listening devices that once carried the nation’s headlines, music, and stories.

  • Live Performances
  • Rhythm Aces: 1920s tunes
  • Mystery Radio Re‑creation: classic suspenseful programs
  • Local DJs: behind‑the‑scenes look at historic show production
  • Interactive Experience
    Hear how a single broadcast could unite millions in the 1930s, including the famed alien‑invasion drama.

  • Shop & Learn
    Browse or purchase original radios and accessories on display.


Why It Matters

Radio offered a shared, real‑time experience unlike today’s on‑demand internet. This event celebrates that unique power and shows how radio once bound communities together, paving the way for modern media.

For full schedule details, visit the museum’s website.

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