Follow the road to Phelps for the “Antique Critique”, a fund raiser for the Phelps Historical Museum. Mark Moran, will reveal the stories, past lives and value of your vintage items.
Seven baskets valued at $100 - $200 each will be raffled with the drawing towards the end of the show (about 4pm).
Special raffle tickets for an original water color by famed South Twin Lake artist, Shirley Surges, will also be on sale.
If you want to learn about your items, please stop in at the Phelps Museum to sign up for a time slot. Or complete the form below, and mail it in with your check. A good description of the items will help with the process and allow more items to be appraised. A photo of the items will also help, but not required. Walk-ins will be fit into the schedule as best as possible.
Weapons, firearms and old currency are excluded from appraisal.
Items can be any size, as long as you can bring it into the Commons the day of the event. As an added feature of this event, Mark is willing to come to your home to appraise large items. The cost is $75 per item, and appointments need to be made outside the 1pm - 5pm time of the show. Call 715-545-3012 or 715-545-3002 to arrange a home visit.
Tickets Available at the Museum or by mail - send check to
P O Box 324, Phelps WI 54554
Antique Critique Entry Form
Name: Phone
Please enclose a brief description of each item. Also a picture, if possible. (The item can be of any size as long as you can get it in the school the day of the event). You can copy this form for more items.
Item #1.
Item #2.
Weapons, firearms and old currency are excluded.
Ticket order form:
Admission is $20 and includes one appraisal, additional appraisals $10 each.
Admission to observe only - no appraisal $10
# of $20 tickets #of $10 tickets
Antique Critique Donation:
If you are unable to attend the event please consider making a donation to the museum. This donation will help cover the cost of the event.