The Hunt for History

Written By: Mary Jane McCall | Issue: August 2024

Attention antique lovers! The eagerly anticipated 2024 Cashiers Annual Antique Show will be held August 9-11 at the Village Green Commons at 160 Frank Allen Road in Cashiers.

It’s their 46th annual show and this year promises to be bigger and better than ever.

Hours are from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on Friday and Saturday and 11:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. on Sunday, with an opportunity for early shoppers to gain access on Friday from 7:30 -9:00 A.M. with an early admission ticket. Tickets for early admission shoppers are $35 which is good for all three days. Regular admission is $18 and is good for all three days.

Show manager Hazel Giles, reminds everyone that this year’s door prize is an exquisite antique summer hand-quilted and hand-sewn quilt in the unusual Drunkard’s Path pattern. A chance to win such a lovely quilt is icing on the cake for attendees who know the real prizes await within the show where exhibitors will have their carefully chosen pieces for sale.

The show will once again be held on The Village Green, utilizing Lewis Hall and the nearby pavilion, as well as an expansive adjoining tent complete with interlocking floor panels so shoppers will stay dry no matter the weather.

That means the show will go on rain or shine. Attendees are reminded that they must enter through Lewis Hall, even if they are prepaid, to receive their wristband and program.

Over 40 exhibitors from across the country and as far away as Great Britain will be here for this show. Antique lovers will find a myriad of treasures including 18th and 19th century European and American Furniture. They will also have selections of mid-century furniture; lighting, including chandeliers; barometers (and barometer repair); fine art; exquisite vintage linens; oriental rugs; American and European pottery; Black Forest carvings and furniture; fine silver; brilliant cut glass; magnificent jewelry; fine Asian and European porcelains; bronzes; early sporting memorabilia; Majolica; and, much more.

This show is recognized as among the best in the Southeast as it features items for serious collectors and antique lovers. Many designers count on this show to find one-of-a-kind items for their latest projects.

For early risers, Chocolate Heaven will once again be on hand to offer breakfast goodies and coffee will be available. Proceeds from all coffee sales will go to the Fishes and Loaves food pantry. Lobster Dogs of Asheville will have fabulous lunch offerings for purchase.

For more information visit their website at cashiersannualantiqueshow.com and their Facebook page. Information on pre-purchasing tickets is listed on both sites and prebuying your tickets will allow you more time to shop.

Whatever you do, don’t miss this world-class event!