The Rochester-Avon Historical Society (RAHS) is hosting its 32^nd Antique Appraisal Day on Sunday, April 12 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, Rochester Hills, MI.

This popular community event is the society’s largest fundraiser! Experts and professional appraisers will be on hand to provide verbal appraisals on a number of items including books, vinyl records, cast iron toys, dolls and teddy bears, coins, décor and furniture, glass, pottery, china, collectibles, fine and vintage jewelry, paintings, stringed instruments, and more.

Admission to the event is free. Attendees may bring up to five (5) items per person. For larger items, RAHS requests photos only with descriptions. Additionally, the public may bring photos only of guns and antique weapons for appraisal. Guns and antique weapons will not be permitted in the event space.

There is a fee of $5 per appraised item. Cash only, please. Appraisers will provide verbal appraisals only. All items are appraised at fair market value.

Selling and buying is not permitted at this event.

Whether you have inherited a family keepsake, discovered a curious find at an estate sale, or simply want to learn more about a favorite collectible,

Antique Appraisal Day offers a fascinating and educational experience for collectors and history enthusiasts alike! Think of it as a local version of one of television’s most popular antique appraisal shows!

Proceeds from Antique Appraisal Day help historical education and local preservation efforts.

Event sponsors include Twisted Oak, The Meeting House, Kruse & Muer on Main, Staples, Purdy Chiropractic, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Ram’s Horn, 423 Main Bar & Grill, Busch’s, Jet’s Pizza, Jimy John’s, Hamlin Pub, O’Connor’s Public House, Painting with a Twist, Rochester Pollinators, The Eastman, Lipuma’s, Rochester Mills Beer Co., Busch’s, Tim Horton’s, Mr. C’s Carwash, Gordon Food Service, Dollar Treasure, CJ Mahoney’s Sports Grille, and Downtown Café.

For more information, call 248-266-5440, send an email to rahsupdates@gmail.com, or visit RAHS’ website at rochesteravonhistoricalsociety.org/events.