KSD & The Radio Room

101 East 8th Avenue | 10 am - 4 pm

YOUR EXPERIENCE

Visitors can learn more about Porky Chedwick in this now chic studio space and enjoy a gallery show—including a rotation of live art and music throughout the day.  Meet Porkey’s wife, Jean, who will be onsite from 12 pm – 4 pm. Artist include Cue Perry.

ABOUT THIS BUILDING

The original WHOD radio station that became WAMO. Also home to Porky Chedwick, the “Daddio of the Raddio” from Homestead, became the first white DJ on the east coast to present a program of R&B, gospel and jazz, by black artists exclusively–opening the doors to the doo-wop genre of music. From the little studio, situated behind a Homestead candy store, the sounds of Roy Brown, Wynonie Harris and The Dominoes-and their sometimes provocative lyrics–were first played regularly on the east coast by Porky. Present day, this space serves a community art space, showcasing a group of community-driven artists who work together to explore the boundaries of art as a meaningful way to connect all of us!

• Wheelchair Accessible Entrance: NO

• Wheelchair Accessible Restrooms: NO

• Public Restrooms: YES

• Photography Allowed: YES