Leslie Hindman Auctioneers Partners with Historical Society for Appraisal Event

Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, the Midwest’s leading fine arts auction house, is partnering with the Historical Society of Oak Park & River Forest in a one-time opportunity for the public to have their family treasures and other valuables appraised by experts for a nominal fee.

Family Heirloom or Flea Market Find: What’s It Worth? will be held on Saturday, February 19 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Nineteenth Century Club, 178 Forest Avenue, Oak Park. Parking is available in a garage adjacent to the Club.

Specialists will be available to appraise jewelry, fine art (Modern and Contemporary Art, 19th and 20th Century Art, Fine Photographs, Prints and Works on Paper, etc.); furniture (large items can be appraised from photographs taken from various angles); decorative arts (porcelain, textiles, ceramic, wood, fine silver, etc.) and fine books and manuscripts.

Cost of an appraisal for one item is $10. Bring three items to be appraised for $25. Pre-registration is suggested. Register online at www.oprfhistory.org or call (708) 848-6755.

Authorities in topics related to antiques will also be available for consultation the day of the event. Get expert advice on insuring your valuables, framing your art, decorating with antiques and refinishing and reupholstering your furniture.

All proceeds benefit the Historical Society, a not-for-profit community organization.

“We’re excited to be coming to Oak Park and working with the Historical Society to give people a better understanding of the provenance and current value of items they cherish,” said Leslie Hindman, an industry leader whose West Loop auction house has a global reach of clients.

“Certainly people would love to be told their treasures are rare and valuable finds. But having our expert appraisers fill in the blanks with information on the provenance, craftsmen or manufacturer and materials is just as important.”