Education

The Weinberg Education Program, named in honor of the late Marjorie Weinberg, former Vice President of the Museum of Broadcast Communications’ Board of Directors, represents the museum’s deep and ongoing commitment to public education and scholarly engagement. Ms. Weinberg was a passionate advocate for media literacy, civic dialogue, and cultural preservation, and this program carries forward her vision through accessible, research-driven programming.

Housed within the Museum of Broadcast Communications (MBC) in Chicago, the Weinberg Education Program serves as a dynamic platform for exploring the historical and contemporary impact of broadcast media—including television, radio, streaming, and podcasting—on American society. The program offers educational experiences, enabling students, educators, researchers, and the general public to engage directly with a rich collection of archival content, oral histories, and curated exhibitions.

Through partnerships with K-12 schools, colleges, and universities, the program supports an interdisciplinary approach to media studies, civics, journalism, and communications. Programming includes:

  • Curriculum-aligned lesson plans and digital media toolkits designed for classroom integration

  • Virtual and in-person field trips offering guided tours and interactive media labs

  • Public programs, panels, and symposia featuring scholars, historians, journalists, actors and media professionals

As the boundaries between traditional broadcasting and digital media continue to blur, the Weinberg Education Program is evolving to meet the needs of 21st-century learners. By incorporating streaming platforms, podcasting, and social media into its educational framework, the program not only preserves the past—it equips new generations to critically analyze, create, and contribute to the media landscapes of the future.

In honoring Marjorie Weinberg’s legacy, this initiative underscores the Museum’s role not only as a cultural institution but as an educational leader—one that recognizes media as both a mirror and a shaper of public consciousness, democracy, and American life.