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Promotional Giveaways

When public television stations appeal to their viewers for support, they usually offer a small token of thanks for making a donation. Whether a yo-yo, stress ball, or chocolate logo, MPT’s promotional giveaways have often been whimsical. But serious premium items – DVDs of favorite viewer programs, instructional books, and apparel – have often been chosen by fans as ongoing remembrances of their time well spent with Maryland Public Television.

Live recording of an auction.

MPT’s first Auction on the Air in April 1970 raised $64,000

Circular paperweight that resembles the earth.

MPT Paperweight

Three pins (green, blue, red) that resemble televisions with 'MPT' written on the screen.

MPT TV Pins

Wooden yo-yo with MPT engraved.

MPT Yo-Yo

Small Linden clock with MPT on the cover.

MPT Clock