The Paley Center for Media

The Golden Years of Television

Senior CitizensClass DescriptionBetween the late 1940s and early '60s the medium of television became the dominant form of home entertainment. With only a few hours of programming a day, people excitedly tuned-in to see what this new technology would bring into their living rooms. This presentation revisits and celebrates some of the most beloved personalities from these early years in television. Milton Berle, Burns and Allen, and Lucille Ball, along with some of the most popular Broadway performers and artists of the time are among the highlights. More

History

1975 An organization is founded by William S. Paley to collect, preserve, and interpret television and radio programming and to make these programs available to the public. Mr. Paley serves as its first chairman. November 9, 1976 The Museum of Broadcasting opens to the public on three floors of a converted office building at 1 East 53 Street in New York City, with 718 publicly available broadcasts in the collection. It is the first public institution to offer this history of broadcasting to the general public. More

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What is The Paley Center for Media? The Paley Center for Media is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization which leads the discussion about the cultural, creative, and social significance of television, radio, and emerging platforms, drawing upon its curatorial expertise, an international collection, and close relationships with the media community. The general public can participate in Paley programs in both New York and Los Angeles that explore and celebrate the creativity, the innovations, the personalities, and the leaders who are shaping media. More

Paley Media Council

PALEY MEDIA COUNCIL An invitation-only community with unmatched convening power The Paley Media Council convenes today’s most influential executives across media, sports, gaming, tech, and entertainment for exclusive conversations shaping our industries. Annual membership includes year-round access to timely, thought-provoking discussions and a VIP Delegate pass to the prestigious Paley International Council Summit, chaired by Frank A. Bennack, Jr. If you have questions or are interested in a seat on the Paley Media Council, please email our team at MediaCouncil@paleycenter. org . More

We All Have Tales: Legends, Fables & Folktales from Around the World

< PALEYEDUCATION : Onsite ClassesGrades 2–5Class DescriptionIn this class, we will explore the significance of legends, fables and folktales from around the globe including South Africa, Brazil, Greece, and the United States. Students will watch a selection of tales adapted for television and interpret the symbolism, meaning, and moral of the stories. Students will also have the opportunity to craft a collage inspired by one of the stories. Class length: 90 minutesAll classes are interactive, with guided discussion designed to encourage active observation and critical thinking. More

Paley International Council Membership Benefits

< PALEY MEDIA COUNCIL : PALEY INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL Exclusive Community: Paley International Council Co-chaired by Frank A. Bennack, Jr. and Henry A. Kissinger , the distinguished Paley International Council is a membership community comprised of the world’s most important entertainment, media, and technology executives. The Council provides advice and guidance on the Paley Center’s global programs and initiatives, including the renowned Paley International Council Summit. More

Superheroes, Crime Fighters & Villains

< PALEYEDUCATION : Onsite ClassesGrades 3-6What draws us to the stories of superheroes and villains? In this class, students explore the characteristics that make these popular characters so unique and compelling. More

Girls, Body Image, and the Media

< PALEYEDUCATION : Onsite ClassesGrades 7–12Class DescriptionGirls see images that—despite recognizing as unrealistic, unattainable, and often not even real—they aspire to meet and then suffer when they can’t help but fail to do so. In our society, we know that girls’ self-esteem and their health are inextricably linked to body image. In this class, we will look critically at television programs targeted at girls which send messages, both positive and negative, about their body image and concerns. More

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Videoconferencing

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