Have you been wondering about the history or monetary value about your collectable? Do you have a treasure that has been in the family for generations, or simply want to know more about a recent acquisition?
Bring it to the Pettibone Creek Questers hosts its own "Antiques Roadshow"-style appraisal event and perhaps find the answers to your questions.
The fundraiser features the expert appraisers of DuMouchelles Art Gallery Appraisers Saturday, Oct. 22 at the Milford United Methodist Church.
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Doors open at 9:30 a.m.; appraisals will take place from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
DuMouchelles has a long reputation dealing with fine antiques and art and their professional appraisers are very knowledgeable.
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The appraisers will see people on a first-come, first-served basis (no appointments are accepted) at the church, located at 1200 Atlantic St. in Milford.
These appraisals are only verbal and cost $10 per piece; each person can get up to two items appraised.
Information will be provided at the clinic for people interested in obtaining a written appraisal at a later date.
This fundraiser supports local historical preservation restoration projects. Projects that the Pettibone Creek Questers have raised funds for the Mill Site Markers in Milford and Highland, supported the restoration of the Ford Motor Company’s Pettibone Creek Hydroelectric Station and the Mary Jackson House in Milford.
Want to know more about Questers?
Questers members learn about antiques and collectibles, preservation and restoration. They're interested in the history of items as well as the hunt for that elusive piece.
Members also promote education of the public as well as supporting education of preservationists and conservators of our history.
For more information, contact Donna Oberg at 248-685-1098.