Site of the World's First Radio Broadcasting Station
Three plaques mark the spot where Charles "Doc" Herrold launched the world's first radio broadcasting station in San Jose, California, in 1909.

šŸ“œ Historic site commemorating Charles 'Doc' Herrold's pioneering radio station.
šŸ” Location of the world's first regular radio broadcasts, now KCBS.

Why Go

šŸ’” Learn about the birth of modern broadcasting
šŸš¶ Visit a significant historical landmark
šŸ“ See the site where the term 'broadcasting' was coined
šŸ‘©ā€šŸŽ¤ Discover the world's first female DJ, Sybil Herrold

Tips

šŸ“ Three plaques mark the spot at 50 West San Fernando Street.
šŸ…æļø Parking is typically street-side in downtown San Jose, check local signs.

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