Dyer Library/Saco Museum

371 Main Street

Saco, ME 04072

www.dyerlibrarysacomuseum.org

Contact:               Tara Raiselis, Museum Director

                                (207) 283-3861 ext. 114

                                Email: traiselis@sacomuseum.org

For Release:       March 27, 2013 (immediate)

ANTIQUES APPRAISAL DAY WITH BRUCE BUXTON AT THE SACO MUSEUM

Saco, Maine—Bring your treasures to the Saco Museum and have them appraised by Bruce A. Buxton, one of New England’s foremost authorities on antiques, and his team of experts.  Our seventh annual Antiques Appraisal Day will take place at the Saco Museum on Saturday, May 11, 2013 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mr. Buxton has auctioned and appraised antiques, fine art, decorative arts, furniture, silver and other items all over the United States for 40 years. He is considered to be one of the finest antiques experts in New England, knowledgeable in many areas, including fine art, porcelain, metals, and furniture. Each appraisal by Mr. Buxton is an energetic and entertaining learning experience.

Appraiser Doug Harding will also be on hand to value books, documents, and manuscripts, Beth Turner will handle jewelry, and the Dyer Library and Saco Museum's own Museum Director, Tara Raiselis, will evaluate textiles and clothing.

Bring one, two or three treasures to show the team of appraisers.  Be sure that the objects are small enough to carry in your arms, and do not bring stamps, coins or bottles.  Appraisal fees are $15 for one object, $25 for two objects, and $30 for three objects, $40 for four objects, and $50 for five objects.  All proceeds benefit the Saco Museum. The regular museum admission fee is waived until 2 p.m. on Antiques Appraisal Day.

For more information, please call (207) 283-3861 or visit www.sacomuseum.org.

Dyer Library/Saco Museum Information:

The Dyer Library/Saco Museum is located at 371 Main Street (Route 1) in historic downtown Saco, Maine.  Free parking.  Museum is handicapped accessible.  Museum Hours and Admission through May 31: Tues, Wed, Thurs 12 – 4 pm; Friday 12 – 8 pm (FREE from 4 – 8 pm); Saturday 10 am – 4 pm.  Regular admission: Adults $4; Seniors & Students $3; Children (7 – 18) $2; Children 6 and under, no charge. 

Museum Hours and Admission beginning June 1: Tues, Wed, Thurs 12 – 4 pm; Friday 12 – 8 pm (FREE from 4 – 8 pm); Saturday 10 am – 4 pm; and Sunday 12 – 4 pm (June-December only).  Regular admission: Adults $5; Seniors & Students $3; Children (7 – 18) $2; Children 6 and under, no charge. 

Admission is ALWAYS FREE to DL/SM Card holders and their guests. Group tour rate available for groups of 8 or more.  Group tours must be scheduled in advance. For additional information about group tours, please call 283-3861, ext. 115 or visit www.dyerlibrarysacomuseum.org

Anna K. Kelley

Education and Program Manager

Saco Museum

371 Main Street

Saco, ME 04072

207-283-3861, ext. 115