Johnson Victrola Museum
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Exhibits showcase the life and legacy of Eldridge Reeves Johnson, a pioneer in early sound recording and co-founder of the Victor Talking Machine Company. The Johnson Victrola Museum is one of five museums administered by the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs, an agency of the state of Delaware. The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs is an agency of the State of Delaware, organized as a Division within the Department of State.
05/27/2026
Since we are currently closed for renovations, it seems like an appropriate time to reflect and share this flashback photo. Here is an image of JVM during its early construction phase.
Description: A crane sets roof trusses for the Johnson Memorial Building (Johnson Victrola Museum). This negative was taken in the morning of August 15, 1966.
Photo via: Delaware Public Archives
05/08/2026
Do our visitors miss us? Because we miss you!
Enjoy some images we took before all the museum items were boxed and sealed prior to the move.
We look forward to seeing everyone again this Fall. When we have more information, we will share on our main page along with Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs page!
See you all soon.
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375 S New Street
Dover, DE
19904
Opening Hours
| Wednesday | 9:30am - 4pm |
| Thursday | 9:30am - 4pm |
| Friday | 9:30am - 4pm |
| Saturday | 9:30am - 4pm |
