Things You'll Need:
- Postcards
- Postcards
- Outfits suitable for TV
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Step 1
Check for tour stops on PBS.org. Each year the Roadshow visits a number of major cities.
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Step 2
Send a postcard with your name and address to enter a random drawing for tickets. If your postcard is one of the 3,000 drawn (per city), you'll receive two tickets to the event--for free.
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Step 3
Choose your antique wisely. There's no sure-fire item that will land you an on-air appraisal. Unusual and older items tend to receive more attention.
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Step 4
Weigh your options. If you decide to bring along a large hutch, you'll have to figure out how to get it safely from home to the show and home again. You and your back might be happier toting a nice piece of jewelry instead.
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Step 5
Wear an outfit that's suitable for TV, but also dress comfortably, especially when it comes to shoes. You'll spend a lot of time on your feet.
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Step 6
Get in line early. The Roadshow suggests you arrive no earlier than 30 minutes prior to the doors opening, but expect the crowd to be there then anyway. When you reach the head of the line, general appraisers will listen as you tell what you know about your antique. Then they will point you toward the right table for an appraisal.
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Step 7
Be a star. If appraisers see something rare or unusual in what you've brought, they might film your appraisal. You won't receive any information until the cameras roll; the show is looking for a genuine reaction. If you're chosen, don't assume you'll receive good news. Some treasure hunters learn the hard way that they spent too much.
Comments
antiquemom said
on 10/29/2009 I have a family member who is in possession of originally prints of Elmer Keene's "Milking Time"
and "The Return of the Flock" I believe they are of worth. Anyone have any knowlege? THank You in advance!!!
tamf3 said
on 9/24/2009 I have a collection of Ken Griffin 78's; he was an organistthat played at the movie theaters many many years ago. In original hard-cover binder; perfect condition. Help! Thank You tamf
tamf3 said
on 9/21/2009 HI! I have a newspaper clipping my late uncle-retired Navy- sent to my mom and dad- he was Navy too- from The gazette and Daily York Pa-COUNTY-dated Friday Morning December 30 1955- showing President Eisenhower standing up in the back of a car that reads "PRESIDENT GOES TO LAND OF THE PALMS- Standing in an open car in which he is riding from the Air Station to the Navy Base President Eisenhower waves to people lining the stree as he passes under palm trees inside the Navy Base facility at Key West Fla. where he will spend a two-week vacation on the recommendation of his physicians. (AP Wirephoto). Its been in a ziploc bag and its in pretty good shape. I don't know what to do with it. I live in Las Vegas Nv. and the antique dealers here are all jerks. Thank you Tammy Fried; my e-mail is frenchiemn69@hotmail.com.
icyspots said
on 7/16/2009 I have a lamp, passed down in my family since the 1940's. I can find no signature or mark anywhere and would like to know the maker, how old (exactly) etc. The shade is pewter 22 in. in diameter, the base is grey/blue ceramic (?) and stands approx. 30 in. tall. The shade has colored glass (jeweled?) pieces. Red, blue and white. (13 total, including peak). If anyone has any info. it would be helpful. I have searched the internet extensively and can fin nothing. I have photo avalible.
conquiatta said
on 6/23/2009 I have Feather artwork. Each picture is a different kind of bird designed with real feathers. I do not know who the artist is or was. Can someone direct me to a website or person? Thank you. umane333@yahoo.com