Fast Facts
WHAT: Featuring an amazing anthology of works—ranging from rare antiquities to modern design—The Merchandise Mart International Antiques Fair will host more than 100 of the world’s top dealers of antiques and fine art.
Recognized as one of the premier antiques shows in the Midwest, The Antiques Fair offers both experienced and novice collectors an attractive roster of high-profile speakers, charitable special events and an engaging lecture series.
AND: This year The Antiques Fair will introduce Emporium, a new pavilion where shoppers will discover cool and unusual finds from dealers specializing in 19th and 20th century genres and styles including mid-century Modernism, vintage furniture, found items, folk art, vintage clothing, jewelry and much more! This hip, affordable and un-intimidating offering will be a must-see area of The Fair.
WHO: Top national and international antiques and fine art dealers are exhibiting in the show and will showcase a wide range of antique categories to shop from, including: 20th Century Design, Americana, Architectural Design, Asian Art & Antiquities, Barometers, Books, Ceramics, Clocks, Clothing and Accessories, Decorative Arts, Folk Art, Furniture, Glass, Jewelry, Paintings, Posters, Prints, Maps, Sculpture, Silver, Textiles and Tribal Art.
DATE/TIME: Oct. 1-4, 2010
Antiques Fair hours
Thursday, Sept. 30 • Preview Night
Friday, October 1 • 11 am – 7 pm
Saturday, October 2 • 11 am – 7 pm
Sunday, October 3 • 11 am – 6 pm
Monday, October 4 • 11 am – 3 pm
WHERE: The Merchandise Mart
222 Merchandise Mart Plaza
8th Floor
Chicago, IL 60654
(800) 677-MART (6278)
TICKETS: Tickets are$15 each and will be available on site at Ticket Sales during show hours. Online ticket sales for The Fair and the Preview Night Event will be available in August.
WEB SITE: www.merchandisemartantiques.com
MEDIA
CONTACT: Lauren Finch
Public Relations Manager
MMPI
Office: (312) 527-0114
e-mail: lfinch@mmart.com
