Johnson Victrola Museum

It’s not so well known outside the area, but the man who created the phonograph machine that would go on to become the world-famous Victrola was a Delaware native.nnThe Johnson Victrola Museum is located in Dover and houses one of the region’s most complete collections of original phonographs made by E.R. Johnson. They range from the 1890s to nearly the 1930s.nnThey’re impressive pieces of machinery, especially by the standards of the day. Now, many of them are exceedingly rare and priceless.nnThe museum is free to visit, but there’s a donation box by the door. Most visitors choose to leave a few bucks per person to help with upkeep.

This is a small museum and well worth the half hour tour. It's not just about the Victrola, it's about the complicated history of the science of recorded sound, and the very American story of the self-made man who perfected it. Recommended for music, business, woodworking, and history lovers.

I have learned a lot on this museum. There some features are very informative. And it's a good learning ground.

Perfect place for music and recording history lovers! Worth the visit.

Really interesting place plus a 2nd floor will be opening soon!!