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Changes at Stella Shows and Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc.

Good changes are happening in the antique show world. Irene Stella’s company, Stella Show Mgmt. Co., has been promoting shows in the greater NY area for quite a few years. They have many successful shows under their belt, including the … Continue reading

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Thank you, Chicago

We last exhibited at the Chicago Merchandise Mart in May. The spring show is considered the better of the two shows because it’s more established and gets better attendance. But for us the results were the reverse. We were disappointed … Continue reading

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The Chicago Merchandise Mart Preview Party

The preview party is in full swing as I type this post. There are lots and lots of people walking around, probably hundreds. What I don’t understand is why are we here?? I guess it benefits some charity, so the … Continue reading

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Setting up at the Chicago Merchandise Mart Show

The Merchandise Mart Show started setting up yesterday and will open with a preview party tomorrow night. The show will open to the general public on Friday at 11 AM and finish at 3 PM on Monday. The Fall show … Continue reading

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