Celebrate the Legacy of Radio KEEN! Radio KEEN first hit the airwaves at 1370 AM from its studio at the historic De Anza Hotel in San Jose on June 21, 1947, and for 45 years, it was a beloved voice in the Bay Area. It was such a momentous occasion that San Jose Mayor Al…
Join us at Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501 on June 13, 2025 from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM to hear from Sam Van Zandt. For over 50 years, Sam Van Zandt lived his dream of playing music and telling stories on radio. From his San Jose beginnings in high school radio on KSJO…
View All Camps About the Camp Join us for an incredible week at the CHRS Broadcasting & Media Camp! This unique program offers students the chance to learn from seasoned industry professionals. Collaborate with peers to create and produce content using professional and vintage recording equipment. Develop your skills in crafting engaging segments tailored to…
Join Russ Johnson, at Radio Central, Saturday, June 21 at 2:30 as he tells stories about how listening to the squeals of distant radio signals and talking to the world as a 13 year old ham radio operator inspired 25 years as radio and TV broadcaster, including KRON and KABL, and a second career, traveling…
CHRS will be participating in the Alameda 4th of July parade. Come help us set up the float and also walk in the parade. Reach out to [email protected] or [email protected] to sign up!
RSVP for Radio Day! Radio Day by the Bay- Live! In Alameda 2025 Radio Day by the Bay is bigger than ever this year! Join us on July 19 at the California Historical Radio Society’s Radio Central in Alameda for our annual festival and celebration of radio’s golden age, and the future of broadcasting! View…
Thank you for your interest in participating in Radio Day by the Bay 2025— the California Historical Radio Society’s signature annual event. Event Details 📍 CHRS Radio Central – 2152…
View all camps About the Camp Dive into the exciting world of electronics, radios, and wireless communications at our CHRS Summer Camp! This hands-on program is designed for students in grades 6-10 to explore the fundamentals of these technologies through engaging activities and projects. Learn from experienced professionals and gain practical skills that will spark…
Mark your calendar to bring your items for a parking lot swap meet and electronics sale. Setup begins at 8:00 AM, sales open at 9:00 AM
Join CHRS as we share bluetooth enabled radios with the community. Reach out to [email protected] or [email protected] to do outreach and demonstrate radios at the Faire. We will set up two shifts to do…