Reviews of Texas Museum of Broadcasting & Communications (Museum)

Tom Parsoneault

This place is fabulous! Went there as a birthday surprise trip. Many of the exhibits are functional, unlike many other museums. Many displays, and stories to go with them, that are of interest to those who work in the broadcasting industry. For those who haven't, there is plenty to see. Old timey radios dating back to the late 1800s, best display of the stylish Philco tvs I have ever seen, period authentic shows playing on them. You can see Howdy Doody playing on a round screen, just like it looked back then. Fully working news desk, 2 cameras, green screen, you can stand there and see yourself just like the tv weather people do. Want to run a camera just like the news people do? There is a real one live that you can shoulder and run. Two working remote trucks, and another huge one in the works. Old radio control rooms, many tv cameras with some of their famous footage playing. Telephones that our younger generation doesn't know how to use. Real Superman phone booth. Hope I haven't said so much I take the surprises away. Just go see it! I'm sure you will enjoy. Very inexpensive to see.

Melania Adams

We attended the snake class here and love it.

Kasey Little

What a great museum! Beautiful displays of such great treasures! Thank you for making our field trip so fun! We will be back for sure.

Kyle Carrillo

Such a great museum. Lots to look at and reminisce over

John Maloney

Amazing displays. Extensive collection covering the 20th century evolution of radio and television. Super guided tour. Went once then a second time took daughter and her husband. Well worth your time.

Jacque Henly

Coolest museum in Kilgore!

Douglas Williams

Amazing walk through the past! Fond memories of when I was my parents remote control.

Carmie Dixon

Excellent museum. Had a great tour and learnt lots. Ty.

James Long

Absolutely amazing place !!! As a radio freak my self , I could have stayed all day..the most complete collection of TV, radio broadcast equipment and artifacts hell maybe in the country..the knowledge of the 2 gentleman was incredible and the personal tour was fantastic... love this place... KI5AYC. Lake Fork, Texas

Laura Consford

So much history and hands-on experience!

Larry Dawson

Such an amazing nostalgic place...A true must see

Judy Baker

Nice

Will Heierman

As a casual collector of vintage TV cameras, I find this museum and its staff incredible. The displays are visual overload, and everyone is very passionate about them and the anecdotal history behind them. I wish I lived closer, but have to settle for one or two visits per year. If you want to reminisce about the good old days or learn about the ancestors of your hand held smart phones, go, see, read, and enjoy!

Katherine Helbert

You should go! Cool, learning experience At ANY age.

Susan Barker

Amazing place! History worth seeing . You must plan a day trip just for this.

Steve W Davis

The best kept secret in East Texas. I didn't really know what to expect before I walked in, but I was blown away by the vast collection of TV cameras and other media. The DuMont bus is a wonder of technology. It is amazing what the news crews worked with so many years ago. My daughter was enthralled, because she has not seen devices like these. (She's 14, so she only knows smart phones and iPads.) I highly recommend this as a stop on a Friday or Saturday. My favorite exhibit was the camera that caught the killing of Lee Harvey Oswald by Jack Ruby.

Brenda Burt

Great artifacts

Larry Chickerell

Large museum packed with interesting & historic audio & video broadcasting equipment. Knowledgeable staff!

Jeremy Mott

One of the most extensive vintage collections in the country - Amazing walk through radio and television history!

Hannah Jordan

People were so nice and the history of the thinga there are so interesting and would love to go back.

Grouchy Old Fart

Very nice. Lots of gear, some hands on displays. Very educational. Knowledgeable people to tell you about what you are seeing.

John Armstrong

Aways an interesting place to visit.

Jim Lee

Must see for anyone

Derek Payer-Smith

Really neat experience. Make an effort to visit, you won't be disappointed!

Dave Allen

These folks know their stuff. Lots to look at.

Deborah Marie Steel

Forever

Royce Lumpkin

Really interesting - well done and worth your time

crobbob

Very interesting, all about TV broadcasting in the old days.

Randy Nance

Definitely worth your time.

ELIZABETH WEAVER

Great place.

Brian Gunn

This place is incredible! From the studio camera that shot the Beatles on the Ed Sullivan show to the Telecruiser (production bus) used to cover the Kennedy assassination, this place has a dazzling array of vintage TV, radio, and video artifacts & memorabilia. A fascinating, must-see tour of an impressive collection - perfect for young & old alike!

Tim P

A must see and do in Kilgore!! This is a JEWEL!!! Take the family to visit, I learned alot about the history of broadcasting and radio, not only in East Texas, but world wide. Many, many "artifacts" and very cool communication objects on display. Very knowledgeable staff to explain and make the trip more informative and enjoyable!!! Gotta see this place!!!

Carlos Pena

Kind of cool seeing the history of how it all started.

Roy McWhorter

Outstanding

Randy Hill

Blown away with the quality of what is there. I will be back .

Sandra Scott

Very unique , a blast fro the past.

Christionna Odom

Should definitely check this out