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FRIDAY OCTOBER 8, 2021 • VOL. 51, NO. 40
Rose Valley Museum And Decorative Arts Trust To Present Conference Celebrating The Arts And Crafts Movement Two-Day Event Planned In Media, Pa., For Nov. 6 And 7
The Rose Valley Museum at Thunderbird Lodge. Photo by Carl Finkbeiner. “The Arts and Crafts Movement from John Ruskin to William Lightfoot Price” is the title of an upcoming two-day conference presented by the Rose Valley Museum and the Decorative Arts Trust in Media, Pa., on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 6 and 7. The two organizations are pleased to collaborate on this oneof-a-kind conference celebrating the Arts and Crafts Movement in Rose Valley, Pa. The program begins on Nov. 6 at 11 a.m. with the long-awaited public dedication of the William Lightfoot Price Historical Marker across from where Price built his groundbreaking Thunderbird Lodge. When architect Price came to Rose Valley at the turn of the 20th century, there were 12 small houses, one larger stone house, and two old mills. By the time of his death in 1916, Price had transformed Rose Valley and the greater Philadelphia region with dozens of impressive residences and buildings in the Arts and Craft style that would influence contemporaries and inspire admirers for years to come. After local and state leaders gather to laud the impact of Price’s ingenuity, conference attendees are invited to the Hedgerow Theatre to hear lectures by distinguished speakers from across the country. Presenters will
share research on acclaimed 19thand 20th-century English and American architects, designers, and thinkers, including John Ruskin, Frank Furness, and Price. Saturday concludes with tours of the Thunderbird Lodge (home of the Rose Valley Museum) and nearby historic architecture. The schedule on day two includes lectures about influential artist and textile designer William Morris, innovative craftsman C. R. Ashbee, the three Ardens in Delaware, and John Ruskin’s European travels. The program concludes with a lively panel discussion of the current Arts and Crafts Movement. Light refreshments will be served and luncheon provided throughout the conference. The conference schedule and lecturers include the dedication of the William Lightfoot Price PHMC Historical Marker at Rose Valley Road and Prices Lane with Tim Plummer, mayor of Rose Valley and president of the Rose Valley Centennial Foundation, and other local and state dignitaries; “‘The Philadelphia Narrative,’ Frank Furness to Will Price and Beyond” with George Thomas, lecturer in architecture at Harvard University, partner in Civic Visions; “‘Hand, Head, and Heart,’ John Ruskin and
the Origin of the Arts and Crafts Movement” with Jim Spates, professor emeritus of sociology at Hobart and William Smith College, companion in the Guild of St. George, codirector of the Ruskin Society of North America; “‘The Art That Is Life,’ Tours of Thunderbird Lodge and Rose Valley” with Rose Valley Museum guides; “‘News From Nowhere,’ William Morris, C. R. Ashbee, and the American Arts and Crafts Colonies” with Ryan Berley,
curator of the Rose Valley Museum; “‘You Are Welcome Hither,’ The Three Ardens and the Single Tax Community” with Barbara Macklem, Arden Archives representative; “‘Nothing Can Be Beautiful Which Is Not True,’ Nature, Beauty & The Old Road Trip of 1882” with Jim Spates; and “‘Make it About Now,’ The Arts and Crafts Movement Today,” a discussion with speakers and participants, moderated by Thomas Guiler, director of Museum Affairs at the Oneida Community Mansion House. On Monday, Nov. 8, The Arden Craft Shop Museum in Arden, Del., is offering an optional walking tour of their single tax community, including luncheon and a visit to the museum. Conference attendees can sign up for this optional tour during registration. Registration is $80 per day or $125 for two days for Rose Valley Museum and Decorative Arts Trust members. For nonmembers, registration is $100 per day or $150 for two days. Registration is $50 for two days for students. Registration opens in midSeptember. Register at www.rosevalleymuseum.org or by calling 484444-2961. Please note, program dates and details are subject to change. A limited number of scholarships are available for students and young professionals studying 20th-century architecture and decorative arts. They are encouraged to contact the Decorative Arts Trust at thetrust@decorativeartstrust.org for information. For additional information, email info@rosevalleymuseum.org.
Yellow Garage Fall Festival Of Antiques Is Back By Popular Demand Autumn Event Set For Oct. 16 The Yellow Garage has had the fortunate opportunity of sponsoring the June Festival of Antiques at the Gloucester County 4-H Fairgrounds for 15 years. The June 2020 event was postponed to October 2020, and the rescheduled festival was well received by dealers and attendees alike. Following this year’s annual June show, “Everyone suggested that we should have a second show this October as well,” stated shop coowner and show promoter Heidi Caccicarne. Thus, this year’s Fall Festival is scheduled. The Fall Festival of Antiques at the 4-H Fairgrounds in Mullica Hill, N.J., will be held on Saturday, Oct. 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dealers will be set up under the pavilion and Continued on page 3
Antique Village Of Strasburg To Hold Major Sale Over Columbus Day Weekend The Antique Village of Strasburg is celebrating 20-plus years in business with its annual 50 percent off Tent Sale over the Columbus Day weekend from Friday, Oct. 8, through Monday, Oct. 11. Shop hours each day will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is a great opportunity to visit the special tent and the shop’s three buildings filled with specials. There will be country primitives, furniture, glass, china, tools, industrial items, outdoor items, and so much more. The list is endless. Continued on page 2
In This Issue SHOPS, SHOWS & MARKETS . . . . . . . . . starting on page 2 The Rose Valley Museum at Thunderbird Lodge. Photo by Sue Keilbaugh.
SHOPS DIRECTORY . . . . . . . . . on page 5 EVENT & AUCTION CALENDAR . on page 7 AUCTIONEER DIRECTORY . . . . on page 7 AUCTION SALE BILLS . . starting on page 8
FEATURE RESULTS: Heritage’s Comics And Comic Art Signature Auction - September 8 To 12 - Page 6
CLASSIFIEDS . . . . . . . . . . . . .on page 11