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2008 Summer Tour

This summer ROADSHOW will hold appraisal events in these cities:

JUN 7 — PALM SPRINGS, CA
JUN 28 — DALLAS, TX
JUL 12 — WICHITA, KS
JUL 19 — CHATTANOOGA, TN
AUG 9 — GRAND RAPIDS, MI
AUG 23 — HARTFORD, CT

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Tour FAQ

Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about ROADSHOW's summer tour events.

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How the Event Works

A brief overview of your day at ANTIQUES ROADSHOW — so you know what excitement awaits you!

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Event Location

Saturday, August 9, 2008

DeVos Place
303 Monroe Avenue NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
www.devosplace.org

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW will be located in Exhibit Halls A, B, and C.

Please use the entrance and drop-off area on Monroe Avenue, at the main entrance to the convention center.

Tickets

The April 20th, 2008, deadline for online ticket applications has passed. A random selection for free tickets will be conducted in early May, and e-mails will go out beginning May 9th notifying applicants of whether they were chosen to receive tickets. All tickets will be distributed in advance. Tickets will not be available at the event site. Good luck!

What You Need to Know

• You must have a ticket to enter the event.
• Each ticket holder can bring two items.
• Your item(s) must fit through a standard door.
• Vehicles, stamps, paper currency, coins, and glass fire extinguishers cannot be appraised.
• If you plan to bring an antique or vintage firearm for appraisal, please read important information in our FAQ.
• Please do not arrive more than 30 minutes before the entrance time on your ticket.
• You must be able to carry or move your item throughout the event. We do not provide dollies or carts or assistance of any kind.
• Please wear comfortable shoes as the venues have concrete floors.
• If you or your guest has difficulty standing for long periods of time, please bring a small, lightweight, and portable chair or wheelchair.
• You may need to use stairs, an escalator, or an elevator to attend this event. Please plan accordingly.
• Concession stands will be open and refreshments will be available for purchase at the convention center.
• Before you attend the event, read more about how the event works and answers to the most frequently asked questions about our tour events.

DIRECTIONS

For directions to this event, visit the DeVos Place Web site.

PARKING

For details on parking at this event, visit the DeVos Place Web site.

TUNE IN

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW airs Monday nights at 8pm on

Event News

• ANTIQUES ROADSHOW airs Monday nights at 8pm on WGVU

Important Info

All ANTIQUES ROADSHOW appraisals are conducted inside the convention center. If you are approached outside the convention center by anyone offering to appraise or purchase your items, please be aware that these people are not affiliated with ANTIQUES ROADSHOW.

We do not sanction any solicitation, buying, or selling at any ANTIQUES ROADSHOW event. We ask that you alert an ANTIQUES ROADSHOW staff member or security officer if you are approached by anyone offering to buy or appraise your items.



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