The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum will host its annual Antiques Appraisal Weekend and Vintage & Designer Jewelry Sale on October 20 and 21, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 295 West Avenue, Norwalk, CT.
Whether it’s a family heirloom of unknown provenance and value, or a treasure found in a rummage sale or a basement, an outstanding team of experts will be on hand to offer verbal appraisals for a wide range of antiques and collectibles. Driving around the countryside, shopping at flea markets and garage sales, or dusting off a long-forgotten find left in the attic, may yield a big profit down the road. Every year, appraisers at the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum uncover precious collectibles once thought to be of little or no value.
“Experts at the Antiques Appraisal Weekend see a full range of antiques and collectibles,” says event co-chair Joe Passero. “From a watch once owned by a prominent statesman to a Raggedy Ann doll collection worth thousands of dollars, the AAW continues to be a recognized venue to evaluate one’s precious possessions and uncover treasures, while supporting a National Historic Landmark.”
Appraisals are $15 for a small or medium size item and $40 for larger antiques such as furniture, (maximum of three appraisals). One free $15 appraisal will be available for anyone who becomes a new member of the Mansion, (an annual individual membership is $35). Antiques Appraisals proceeds will benefit the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum.
Sponsored by Klaff's and People’s United Bank, the LMMM Antiques Appraisal Weekend (AAW) will include: Kathy Braswsell, Owner of Braswell Galleries, Christine Downing of C. Downing Auctions; Terry Eletheriou; James Lipton; Kevin McClellan; Gil Rodriguez, Owner of Gilann Books; and Jeff Roseman of David Harvey Jewelers. Media sponsors include Connecticut Cottages & Gardens, The Hour newspapers, and Cox Radio.
The Vintage & Designer Jewelry Sale will feature among others, Paris Couture Jewelry’s Jani Caroli, vintage jewelry by A Silver Lining, Denise Cox, and more.
“When I think of the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum, I am reminded of its irreplaceable beauty and unsurpassed craftsmanship” says co-chair Linda Fontaine, “It will be the ideal venue for the stunning vintage and designer jewelry on sale this year.”
For a complete list of appraisers, jewelry designers, and information on their schedule at the Mansion, please visit www.lockwoodmathewsmansion.com. The museum will be closed for tours on both days of appraisals on Oct. 20 and 21.
During the season, full tours at the mansion are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $6 for children and young adults ages 8-18. Children under 8 are admitted free. Tour hours are 12- 4 p.m., Wed.-Sun. Tours are on the hour, and the last tour starts at 3 pm. For information on educational programs, events and rentals, call 203-838-9799 or e-mail: info@lockwoodmathewsmansion.com
Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum
295 West Avenue
Norwalk, CT
(203) 838-9799