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WMRA Open House - Thursday, November 14th 3pm-6pm

Join us for a special open house celebration - we’re opening our doors to the public, and you are invited to come help us celebrate 50 years of NPR in the Shenandoah Valley and Central Virginia!

Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024

Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Location: WMRA Studios
983 Reservoir St.
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
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What to Expect

  • Live Broadcast: Watch All Things Considered hosted live from 4-6 PM!
  • Station Tours: Meet our staff and explore the station, including a bit of historical audio and a chance to try an old-school mic. Tours will wrap up in our conference room—where delicious desserts and refreshments await.
  • Production Studio Fun: Join us for a behind-the-scenes experience where you can record your voice and see how radio is made.
  • Memorabilia Displays: Check out vintage WMRA merchandise, equipment, and shadowbox displays.
  • Slideshow: Enjoy a nostalgic look at WMRA's 50-year journey through photos and memories on display in our lobby.

Door Prizes Galore!

  • Gift cards from some of our local business partners
  • Underwriting prize packages for two lucky local businesses
  • WMRA swag basket
  • “WMRA On-Air Voice of Your Choice” voice mail recording
    (Drawings will happen throughout the event)

Food & Desserts

We’ll have a variety of tasty treats, plus a special desert table featuring confections created by our wonderful staff!

This is a great opportunity to connect, share memories, and explore the heart of WMRA. We can't wait to see you there!