WDRC Experimental Station
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
John S. Craig
American, 1943 - 2011
Date1939-1940
MediumPhotography; negative emulsion on acetate
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 8 3/4 x 4 1/2in. (22.2 x 11.4cm) or smaller
Sheet (height x width): 9 3/4 x 7 3/4in. (24.8 x 19.7cm)
Sheet (height x width): 9 3/4 x 7 3/4in. (24.8 x 19.7cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of the Hon. Joyce Krutick Craig (ret.), in memory of her husband John S. Craig
DescriptionIn both photographs, a small frame building is surrounded by leafless trees, shrubs, and a chain link fence. A tall radio tower looms above the building.
Object number2012.563.641-.642
NotesSubject Note: In 1939, the Hartford radio station WDRC established an experimental station on West Peak in Meriden, using the Armstrong system of frequency modulation in an attempt to elminate static and noise from radio broadcasts. (Finlay 2/1/2014)On View
Not on view
