96. Victoria Mansion
Martin steps into the beautiful Victoria Mansion in Portland, Maine and speaks with curator, Arlene Palmer Schwind and director, Tom Johnson. Listen in as they discuss the beginnings of this fabulous summer home with a Gustave Herter interior, it’s near miss with demolition and what is involved in preserving this historical landmark.
Check out the mansion’s website at victoriamansion.org
Check out the video of 2011 Christmas decor here.
94. Ron Burkey, Militaria
Martin chats with knowledgeable dealer/collector Ron Burkey in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. They discuss militaria trends, what is hot and what is not. They also talk about cautionary purchasing for the novice collector and explore many facets of collecting! You can visit Ron’s website at flyingtigerantiques.com
A Drunken Auctioneer Set My Path
I guess you could say that our family got in the antiques auction business because of drunkenness. Most people would be embarrassed to admit something like that, but not I.
Long before my father ever stood behind the podium with gavel in hand, he was relentlessly dragging me …….
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Maine Antique Digest
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93. The Maine Antique Digest
Martin pays a visit to Maine Antique Digest and speaks with Sally, Kate & Clayton Pennington about MAD’s beginnings, controversial stories, present day happenings of the periodical.. the internet affects and the antiques world.
Click the image to visit the Maine Antique Digest’s website.