2024 Participation Guidelines
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EVENT DATES: Thursday, December 5, Friday/Saturday, December 6-7, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. AND Sunday, December 8, noon-4:00 p.m. Reminder: vendors do not need to be present for the sale.
PARTICIPATION FEE: The fee for participation is 30% commission from sales plus a $25.00 registration fee (non-refundable) to cover increasing costs associated with the sale including promotion and printing. This registration fee is waived for current CCHS members as part of their annual membership benefits. If you are interested in CCHS membership, please contact the CCHS office.
APPLICATION: Space is limited. Returning vendor applications must be received by September 1. After September 1, registration will be open to new vendors. Any previous vendors registered after that date will be on a space available basis.
QUALITY: There is a strong emphasis on the quality of antiques and crafts offered for sale. Antiques should be no less than 50 years old and in good taste. Collectables are also welcome. Crafts must truly fit the definition of “hand crafted.” Food items must be produced in a commercial kitchen/bakery and include clear labeling of ingredents and allergens. CCHS reserves the right to exclude items outside of our criteria.
Event Details
SET UP: Monday, December 2 & Tuesday, December 3. You will receive an email asking you to choose a time to set up.
CHECK OUT: Pick up unsold items on Monday, December 9, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. or Tuesday by appointment. Vendors are asked to check their remaining inventory for accuracy against an end-of-sale on-hand inventory count. A vendor signature will be required to indicate approval of the final inventory figures. You will receive an email asking you to choose a time to check out.
INVENTORY: An inventory item list must be filled out and with your items when you check in. EACH item must be clearly labeled with a unique identifier and a price, and inventory properly accounted for prior to set-up. Inventory sheets and instructions will be provided after your registration is received.
DISPLAY LOCATION: In an effort to utilize the space available in the Mansion to its best advantage, we will create a vendor location map once all applications are received. We use the majority of our museum furniture which includes dresser tops, side tables, sofas and beds. CCHS reserves the right to relocate vendor space/tables for the safety of our visitors and success of the event. Locations are not guaranteed.
SUPPLY: We are happy to replenish your display for you as displays look best when they are full. Excess merchandise may be stored underneath for the remainder of the sale.
SECURITY: The sale areas will be monitored, but the Centre County Historical Society cannot be held responsible for lost or damaged items.