Daily Local News (West Chester, PA)
Deals, squeals emanate from historical society antiques show
History lovers and antiquarians take note: the Chester County Historical Society recently concluded its 36th annual Antiques and Arts Show, which was once again held at the Church Farm School (CFS) on Lincoln Highway in Malvern.
Guests were glad and gracious about getting the chance to return the event to its former haunts after a couple of years at other destinations.
In addition to the highboys, lowboys, ladder back chairs and dining tables that graced the building, one section was purely vintage, expensive and more easily carried home than the larger pieces of furniture and paintings that were on display. There was a pre-Civil War drum that originated in New York and was dated from the early 1850s, while a copper tea canister, hailing from Massachusetts, was in production about 20 years prior to that, so it captured a higher price when the dealing was done.
More than 40 dealers were represented at this year’s “Past, Present & Future”-themed antique extravaganza.
In addition to this yearly antique outreach, CCHS has a full schedule of events to tweak one’s mind. Interested in learning about Philly as a center for postal matters? Consider attending a philatelic lecture on Saturday, April 14, at 1 p.m. On May 12, attend a lecture about the immigration of Germans to this area. Want to find out what Chester County artisans made in the 1600s? Peruse that gallery, and see some of the finest finished furniture in the country.
CCHS also has several unique programs that explore topics from the naturalization of citizens to finding out about forefathers coming to America. Now on display, through the end of June, are articles and artifacts that date from 100 years ago when World War I was finally winding down. As this year marks that anniversary, consider stopping by CCHS to learn how that conflagration affected those living in Chester County in 1918.
For hours of operation and upcoming events, visit chestercohistorical.org.