Antiquities and Summer Treasures at the Antique & Summer Market!

Image of the banner for the "Antique & Summer Market", which is written, in large blue and green text, on the left side of banner. "July 27 & 28, 2024" is written in red text at the bottom of the banner. Three white, green, and brown bowls are stacked on top on one another on the far bottom right of the image, followed by a green mug, a small white mushroom, a large white mushroom, a large red tomato with a green stem, and a green antique pocket watch. Behind these objects is a large blue lantern with a yellow and orange flame. Behind the lantern is a light brown acoustic guitar, with a white pearl necklace draped over top of it. The background of the banner is pale and dark yellow with diagonal stripes.

Antiquities and Summer Treasures at the Antique & Summer Market!

Millville, NJ (July 19, 2024) – This indoor/outdoor event features a standout collection of Antique Dealers from the Mid-Atlantic area showcasing a wide selection of ceramics, furniture, glass, jewelry, memorabilia, toys, vintage accessories, and more. Enjoy a variety of local artists, traditional craftspeople, food vendors, and farm market proprietors. The Antique & Summer Market is included with General Admission to WheatonArts: $12 adults, $11 seniors, $7 students, and children 5 & under are free. WheatonArts Members are always free! Tickets are available online and at the front gate.

Antique & Summer Market highlights on July 27 & 28 include:
• Enjoy free family art activities such as the Paper Spinner Toy, Paper Hens, and Rain Sticks.
• Watch artist demonstrations in the Glass, Pottery, and Flamework Studios.
• Visit the Folklife Center to experience the current exhibit, Ceremonies in Circles, featuring traditional West African masks, garments, woodcarvings, and ceremonial objects used in special rituals and community celebrations.
• Visit the Museum and tour the current exhibition, Centuries of Tomfoolery: Trick Glasses, Pipes, & Whimsical Delights. Discover how contemporary glassmakers use practical archaeology to understand Renaissance drinking games and party tricks.
• Create a fused glass magnet, pendant, or suncatcher in the Education Studio for a discounted fee of $10 per magnet/pendant and $20 per suncatcher.

WheatonArts strives to ensure the accessibility of its exhibitions, events, and programs to all persons with disabilities. Provide two weeks’ notice for additional needs. Patrons with hearing and speech disabilities may contact WheatonArts through the New Jersey Relay Service (TRS) at 800-852-7899 or by dialing 711.

Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.. WheatonArts also receives general operating support from the New Jersey Historical Commission, Division of Cultural Affairs in the New Jersey Department of State, and is supported in part by the New Jersey Department of State, Division of Travel and Tourism.

About WheatonArts: With a history spanning over five decades, WheatonArts has earned regional, national, and international recognition for its unique collections and programs. The Museum of American Glass (accredited by the American Alliance of Museums) houses one of the most comprehensive collections of American glass in the country – from the first glass bottles made in America to celebrated works by Dale Chihuly, Paul Stankard, and other contemporary glass artists. Visitors experience the art of glassmaking, ceramics, and flameworking in the Artist Studios. From April through December, the Museum of American Glass and Down Jersey Folklife Center present special exhibitions. WheatonArts also offers traditional and multicultural programs, classes, workshops, performances, and weekend festivals. The award-winning Museum Stores offer traditional and contemporary art and craft in all mediums.

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