CITY OF BOWIE MUSEUMS:
Belair Mansion, 1745
Belair Stable Museum, 1907
Genealogical Society Library, 1969
Bowie Railroad Station Museum, 1911
Radio and Television Museum, 1999

For Immediate Release
Pam Williams, 301-809-3089 pwilliams@cityofbowie.org

Radio and Television Museum Extends Hours

The Radio and Television Museum in Bowie, MD now offers extended hours to visitors. Effective October 15, 2005, the museum will be open on Fridays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and on Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Located at 2608 Mitchellville Road in South Bowie (just off US 301/3 N/S) the museum allows visitors an opportunity to explore the evolution of radio and television. Featuring an extensive collection of vintage equipment, the museum counts a fabulous array of historical objects, including broadcast premium memorabilia, sound effects equipment (from DC’s famous Walker & Scott show), oatmeal box radios, early transistors and televisions, and lots of hands-on activities for kids amongst its offerings.

Operated by the Radio History Society in cooperation with the City of Bowie Museums Division, admission to the museum is free. For further information, call 301-390-1020 or 301-809-3089 or visit the Radio History Society’s website at
www.radiohistory.org. Plan a visit soon!