Calendar of shows

Magazine Antiques, Sept, 2003

September 3-7. Brimfield, MA. HEART OF THE MART. Opens 9am, Wednesday, September 3rd for over 600 dealers of antiques and collectibles from across the USA and abroad. Part of Brimfield's famous 4,000 exhibitor outdoor extravaganza which Antiques and the Arts Weekly labeled "The mother of all outdoor antique shows that opens to massive crowds and an avalanche of sales." 2004 dates: May 12th-16th, July 7th-11th, and September 8th-12th. For further information visit our website at www.brimfield-hotm.com or contact Tracey Healy at 413-245-9556; Fax 413-245-3542. Don't miss this one!

September 5-7. Chevy Chase, MD. CHEVY CHASE ANTIQUES SHOW. "A gem of a show," the annual Chevy Chase Antiques Show will be held at the Woman's Club of Chevy Chase, 7931 Connecticut Avenue. Dealers from around the country will offer period American and English furniture and accessories, including clocks, early glass and ceramics, silver and jewelry, prints, watercolors, paintings, Medieval illuminated manuscripts, classical antiquities, Oriental rugs, country furnishings, folk art, and much more. Special events include a Gala Preview Party on Thursday, September 4, 6-9pm with a Wine and Cocktail Buffet and an Antiques Treasure Hunt; Appraisals of Antiques on Friday, September 5, 3-5pm; and Complimentary Wine and Cheese along with dealer booth talks on decorative and fine arts on Saturday, September 6, 4-6pm. Hours are Friday, 11-7pm; Saturday, 11-6pm; and Sunday, Noon-5pm. Admission: $7. For reservations, call 301-229-0730. Visit www.ArmacostAntiquesShows.com

September 12-14. Morristown, NJ. MORRISTOWN ANTIQUES SHOWS, National Guard Armory, Western Avenue. 75 Exhibitors from the United States and Europe showing 18th and 19th century American and European furniture and accessories, jewelry, silver, paintings, boxes, tea caddies, clocks and much more. Preview benefit: The Morris Museum, September 11, 6-9pm. Show hours are Friday & Saturday 11-7pm, Sunday 11-5pm. Show number 973-682-4844; www.wendyantiquesshows.com

September 17-21. New York City, NY. NEW YORK ARMORY ANTIQUES SHOW, 7th Regiment Armory, Park Avenue & 67th Street. Enjoy the comfort of AIR CONDITIONING, CARPETING, and CAFE while shopping with 85 dealers from the United States, England, France, Italy, and Canada--many exhibiting in New York for the first time. Among the highlights are 17th, 18th & 19th century English and Continental furniture and accessories, ancient and tribal arts, objects of vertu, fine clocks, silver, paintings, rare books and autographs, and a wide range of decorative accessories. Show hours: Wednesday 4-8pm; Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 11-8pm; Sunday 11-6pm. Show number 212-472-1180/0590; www.wendyantiquesshows.com

September 18-21. Houston, TX. THETA CHARITY ANTIQUES SHOW. Located downtown in the George R. Brown Convention Center. Premier dealers from across the United States and Europe will bring an outstanding collection of antiques and fine art to Houston. The Show will feature a Gala Preview, Young Collector's Evening, Outstanding Forum Lecture Series and Gallery Talks. General admission $10--includes catalogue and repeat admission. For more information please call 713-622-3560 or visit our website www.ThetaAntiquesShow.com

September 20 & 21. Katonah, NY. CARMOOR FALL ANTIQUES SHOW 2003. Rarities, collectibles, one-of-kind objects for experienced collectors and beginners. 44 respected national dealers. Susie McMillan, Show Manager Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts, 149 Girdle Ridge Road. Gala Preview Party Friday, September 19 at 6:30. Show hours: Saturday 10-6pm, Sunday 11-5pm. Contact 914-232-1253 www.caramoor.org

September 20 & 21. Richmond, VA. RICHMOND ANTIQUES SPECTACULAR at the SHOWPLACE, 3000 Mechanicsville Pike--Route 360 Exit 192 off I-64 to Route 360 East. Admission $4.00 daily. Saturday 10am to 6pm; Sunday 12-5pm. 175 EXHIBITORS. For information please contact Renaissance Promotions Inc. 804-462-6190 or 804-769-8866. www.renaissancepromotions.com

September 20 & 21. Hartford, CT. THE FALL HARTFORD ANTIQUES SHOW is for serious and beginning collectors of Americana. This show is one of the premier events of the year. This important show includes exhibitors specializing in period American furniture, textiles, folk art, ironware, porcelains, nautical items, hearth implements, silhouettes, early glass, and interesting smalls. Located in the Connecticut Expo Center at exit 33 off I-91. Inquiries: Forbes & Turner Antiques Shows 207-767-3967, www.forbesandturner.com, lindat@maine.rr.com

September 21. Wilton, CT. WILTON HISTORICAL ANTIQUES MARKETPLACE to benefit Drum Hill Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, featuring art and antiques of the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. Held at the Wilton High School Field House on U.S. Route 7 just 50 miles from New York City, the show will feature 110 of America's finest dealers showing American, English and European country and formal period furniture and decorative arts and is an excellent source for American folk art. Produced by Marilyn Gould. For more information 203-762-3525.