Edwin H. Armstrong House, National Historic Landmark in Yonkers, United States
The Edwin H. Armstrong House is a Queen Anne style residence in Yonkers that served as home to a radio pioneer from 1902 to 1923. The structure featured a distinctive turret, experimental room, and tall antenna mounted on the roof for conducting broadcasts.
Armstrong developed revolutionary radio circuits in this house that fundamentally changed how broadcasts were transmitted. His work here established the foundation for radio technology that would later be used worldwide.
The residence served as a working laboratory where Armstrong pursued his passion for radio innovation, using rooms as experimental spaces for groundbreaking work. The house reflects the dedication of an inventor who conducted his most important technical achievements within these walls.
The property requires advance planning since the building is not regularly open to the public for visits. Visitors should check beforehand about any special tours or limited opening periods that may be available.
The house lost its designation as a National Historic Landmark, becoming one of very few buildings in the United States to have this status removed. This unusual reversal occurred despite the worldwide historical importance of Armstrong's work.
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