From Airwaves to Algorithms: The Evolution of Family Media

From Airwaves to Algorithms: The Evolution of Family Media explores the evolution of media, illustrating how we have received and shared information over time. From the early days of radio and television to the age of computers and the Internet, this exhibit highlights the merging of entertainment and information in the family setting.

Discover how media shaped public life, changed how we interact with the world, and brought families together in front of screens, radios, and newspapers. Through historic objects, interactive displays, and multimedia presentations, visitors will journey through decades of change, learning how information has gone from one-way broadcasts to interactive, personalized experiences

The Philomath Museum, located at 1101 Main Street in Philomath, is open Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are welcome.


Philomath Museum, Philomath, Oregon, operated by the Benton County Historical Society. Formerly the Philomath College, this historic building is now home to a museum.
Starts: August 09, 2025

Occurs: Every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday until April 04, 2026
Times: 10am-4:30pm

Admission: Free

Location: Philomath Museum
1101 Main Street, Philomath, OR 97370

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