Hear preservation stories, enjoy exciting science presentations, and share your own stories about radios — from wooden tabletop sets to Bakelite, metal, plastic, and transistor radios, as well as early wireless and maritime equipment.

Curious about radios? PSARA offers a place to explore radios from every era. Home sets, maritime radios, amateur equipment, and golden-age broadcast radios — all can be studied, enjoyed, and shared.

Join presentations, discussions, and hands-on events that show how radios work, their history, and ways to care for them safely. There’s something here for anyone who loves learning, tinkering, or just hearing great radio stories.

Home Radios & Broadcasts
Tabletop and console sets in wood, metal, Bakelite, plastic, and transistor designs. Discover the broadcasts they received, design details, and the unique character of each model.

History & Stories
Explore how radio shaped society — connecting communities, bringing news and entertainment into homes, and inspiring innovation. Includes maritime, amateur, military, and golden-age broadcast radios.

Hands-On Learning
Learn how radios work with approachable demonstrations of circuits, components, and restorations. See projects in action and participate safely in restorations and experiments.

Swap Meets & Contests
Monthly in-person mini-swap meets and presentations. Yearly swap meet and contests where you can trade radios and parts, show what you’ve been working on, and celebrate the hobby with others.

Read articles, meeting notes, and presentations covering:

Gain knowledge, inspiration, and insight into radios of all kinds.

Learn safe handling practices for vintage radios. Safety guidance is included in meetings, articles, and the public safety clinic, so you can enjoy radios responsibly.

Safety