My family (the Fenimores) have a connection with Johnson, which is neat. Took my in-laws there a few years back when they came to visit from Ireland and it was cool, considering my father-in-law is a big John McCormack fan and they managed to dig out some old recordings for him. Nice folks there to accomodate us!
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Johnson Victrola Museum
Bank and New St, Dover, DE
302-739-4266
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Ranked #3 of 20 attractions in Dover
9 Reviews
Type: Speciality Museums, Museums
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Named in honor of local inventor E.R. Johnson, this museum explores the sound recording industry from its beginnings and includes displays of early......
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Named in honor of local inventor E.R. Johnson, this museum explores the sound recording industry from its beginnings and includes displays of early talking machines, records and other relics from the 1890s to 1929.
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Smyrna, Delaware
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Beautifully set out array of traditional and antique record playing machines. Welcoming staff and free but no leaflets or booklets because of cuts to funding. Free parking outside. Very good.
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Even if you did not live in the day when Victrolas were in use, of saw one in a family home, this place is very interesting.The docents are very knowledgeable and give you a great and informative tour. They have a wonderful collection to show and demonstrate. A very worthwhile visit in the Dover Historic area. There is also another...
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We stumbled upon this museum by pure chance and it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip!
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Willow Grove, Pennsylvania
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What an AWESOME museum!!! And it's free too!!! If you are interested in the history of recorded musc, thi is a museum to visit. The Johnson Victrola Museum is a tribute to Eldridge Reeves Johnson, who founded the Victor Talking Machine Company in 1901 and which was eventually purchased by RCA. In this small museum, you will find many Victrolas...
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Leeds, United Kingdom
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We were told about this Museum after we visited the State House and other historic buildings on Dover Green, and we went because it was about to rain! I'm glad we did. The museum's manager is enthusiastic and knowledgeable and she's keen to ensure visitors make the most of their visit: we had 1:1 attention through the tour of talking...
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The Johnson Victrola Museum has an amazing collection of Victrolas, phonographs, and RCA-Victor memorabilia. The volunteers are friendly and knowledgeable, and provide a full tour of the exhibits. They even play a record on a few of the machines so you can know what they sound like. After the tour you can spend all the time you want. The museum...
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This might not sound like a place you would take time to visit but trust me if you like music, history or the development of technology this place is a hidden gem. Why it is in Dover DE is part of the story but let me just say this is not a stuffy static place. They have a dance-hall size...
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This museum is great. A real walk back in time with a plethora of all models and makes of Victrolas to listen to. Wonderful whirlwind horn display upstairs. Over 50,000 78 rpm records with the Victor label which was pre-RCA. This is a great place for oldies but goodies and youngsters too! This world class museum is FREE.
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