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Farnsworth TV and Pioneer Museum

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Photo © Peg Owens / Idaho Travel Council

Dedicated to the Idaho farm boy, Philo T. Farnsworth, who sketched his idea for moving-picture radio on a high school blackboard here in 1922. See an early Farnsworth television, along with his patents and family fiddle, one of many to fall silent across potato country because of Philo’s invention. There are also exhibits from the pioneer days of the Jefferson County area.

Hours Open: Tuesday thru Saturday 1:00pm to 5:00pm.

Fees: Free admission

For More Information, Contact:

Farnsworth TV and Pioneer Museum

www.blacksmithinn.com/museum
118 W 1st S, Rigby, ID 83442
208-745-8423

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Longitude: -111.914829000
Latitude: 43.672219000
Elevation: 4855 FT (1480 M)
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