Photos from early days of TV

Staff report

YOUNGSTOWN

A new exhibit at the Arms Family Museum features radio and television personalities from the early days of broadcasting in the Mahoning Valley.

“Familiar Faces: Memorable Media Personalities” is a collection of photographs of WKBN and WFMJ on-air talent from the Mahoning Valley Historical Society’s archives, including Jane Wolleager, whom many people will recognize as Susie Sidesaddle; Ed Barron, Ted Niemi, Bob Black and Don Guthrie.

The exhibit also includes sketches of WKBN radio and television talent from the 1950s rendered by staff artist Al Parella.

“Familiar Faces” is open through the middle of March. The museum, 648 Wick Ave., is open from 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Admission is $4 ($3 for seniors and college students; $2 for children) and includes a tour. Call 330-743-2589.