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The American Folk Art Museum is presenting an extensive Educational Series to enhance the visitor’s perception and enjoyment of the objects on view at The American Antiques Show. The Educational Series is offered to the public as an extension of the museum’s mission to spread the knowledge and appreciation of folk art. Attendees will learn firsthand from museum experts about material displayed by the top dealers in their field. Tickets for all programs can be purchased here.   THURSDAY, JANUARY 20 A Preview Walking Tour of TAAS with Stacy C. Hollander 9:30–10:45 AM at TAAS $80 general, $65 members, seniors, and students, includes a light breakfast A tour of TAAS highlights before the show opens to the general public, led by the museum’s senior curator.   FRIDAY, JANUARY 21 Insider’s Day of Art and Antiques: Exclusive Tours and Private Collections 9:30 AM $135 museum members only A daylong excursion including two private home collection visits, an insider's view of TAAS with curator emerita Lee Kogan, and more. Lunch is not included in the ticket price. To register or for more information, please contact Elizabeth Kingman at 212. 265. 1040, ext. 346, or ekingman@folkartmuseum.org.   FRIDAY, JANUARY 21 Looking Without Labels: The Slippery Slope of Categories Panel Discussion 10–11 AM at TAAS Free; open to the public Panelists: Chuck Close, artist; Maria Ann Conelli, executive director, American Folk Art Museum; Tim Hill, owner, Hill Gallery; Beverly Schreiber Jacoby, president, BSJ Fine Art; Leigh Keno, president, Keno Auctions; Dorothy Lichtenstein, president, Roy Lichtenstein Foundation; Alberto Magnan and Dara Metz, co-owners, Magnan Metz Moderator: Elizabeth E. Jacoby, vice president, BSJ Fine Art Why does the way we describe an object have such an effect on how we perceive its significance, its collectability, or its value? By questioning traditions—or, more casually, habits of descriptive terminology—can we empower the object to see things with fresh eyes? The panelists will discuss these questions across various media and styles to help collectors gain a fuller understanding of the way semantics and nuances can dramatically impact the way we appreciate or dismiss works of art.   FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, JANUARY 21 AND 22 deSIGNers Book Signings At TAAS Meet interior designers and authors of the best new books on design and decorating and have them personalize a book for your purchase. FRIDAY 12-3 PM DIANE MCMANUS JENSEN The Art of Collecting: An Intimate Tour Inside Private Art Collections, with Advice on Starting Your Own 1-3 PM SHERRILL CANET A La Carte: The Elements of an Elegant Home 3-5 PM SCOTT SANDERS Picture Perfect: Designing the New American Family Home MARCY CARSEY & SUSAN BAERWALD Bill Traylor: Unfiltered SATURDAY 11 AM-1 PM ALEXA HAMPTON The Language of Interior Design 1-3 PM ELIZABETH V. WARREN Quilts: Masterworks from the American Folk Art Museum 3-5 PM SUSAN MULCAHY Drawing Fashion: The Art of Kenneth Paul Block JOSÉ SOLÍS BETANCOURT & PAUL SHERRILL Essential Elegance: The Interiors of Solís Betancourt     SATURDAY, JANUARY 22 What Is It? What Is It Worth? Appraisal Day 9:30–11 AM at TAAS $45 general, $40 members, seniors, and students, includes a light breakfast Two-for-one special! Bring a friend and learn about your treasures. An opportunity for show visitors to learn what their objects are worth, featuring renowned experts Helaine Fendelman, David Gallager, and Jane Willis. Twitter Facebook More info: taas@folkartmuseum.org. .   This e-mail was sent from American Folk Art Museum Immediate removal with ® Secure. To forward this e-mail to a friend or colleague, . To change your e-mail address or update preferences, .