Hand-blown x-ray tubes dating back to 1897, a 1916 mechanical rectifier that delivered a high-voltage direct current to the x-ray tubes of the era and World War II medical imaging equipment are just a few of the historical artifacts on display at the ASRT Museum and Archives, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this month.

Located in the American Society of Radiologic Technologists office in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the museum serves as a permanent location to display hundreds of collected and donated items that tell the story of the medical imaging and radiation therapy profession and ASRT.

More than 6,000 square feet of ASRT office space was transformed into a state-of-the-art museum. Today, it features interactive displays, touchscreen exhibits and historical movies that bring the history of the medical imaging and radiation therapy profession to life. The museum welcomed its first guests in June 2015.

ASRT Executive Director of the ASRT Museum and Archives Bill Brennan, M.A., R.T.(R)(CT), said, “We consider the ASRT to be a steward of the profession. This means that we not only do our best to guide and protect the future of radiologic technology but also honor and celebrate our past.”

“The ASRT Museum and Archives represents our commitment to preserving the history of our noble profession and the difference it has made to the lives of the patients we serve,” Brennan added.

Since its opening, thousands of students, radiologic technologists, patrons and community members have toured the museum. The ASRT Museum and Archives is open by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, email [email protected].