A few years ago, Andy Rooney of CBS “60 Minutes” attended the New York Antiquarian Book Fair and declared it “The best book fair in the world.” Like the rare treasures in the exhibition, this event only becomes better and more valuable over time. Sponsored by the prestigious Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association of America, the 51st Annual New York Antiquarian Book Fair, from April 8 to 10, 2011, promises to be the finest yet.

Expert dealers from all over the world will arrive on New York’s upper east side for one weekend to show their rare books, manuscripts, autographs, maps, finely bound volumes, and ephemera. With 200 exhibitors filling the entire show floor at the historic armory, the grand scale of this exhibition and sale will have something for everyone. Casual readers and bibliophiles alike can expect to find valuable books in almost any specialty: History, Law, Music, Dance, Fashion, Gastronomy, Children’s Books, Art, Philosophy, and more.

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PREVIEW:
The first chance to browse the show floor and make purchases will be at the preview, Thursday, April 7 from 6pm – 9pm. Preview tickets are $50 and include one readmission to the fair.

DISCOVERY DAY:
A favorite tradition, Discovery Day gives ticketed visitors the opportunity to bring their own rare books, manuscripts, maps, etc. (up to 5 items) on Sunday, April 10, from noon – 3pm. Exhibitors will be present to offer advice and free appraisals.

PUBLIC INFO:
The New York Antiquarian Book Fair will take place at the Park Avenue Armory at 67th Street April 8 – 10, 2011. Hours are Friday from noon to 8pm, Saturday from noon to 7pm, and Sunday from noon to 5pm. A café and bar will be open during show hours to serve refreshments. Admission is $20 daily $30 for a two-day pass, or $45 for a run-of-show pass. Special rates for students, groups and library associations are available. The Park Avenue Armory is wheelchair accessible; please
call 212.777.5218 to make arrangements. Contact cristina@sanfordsmith.com for more information.

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ADMISSION
$20 Daily
$30 Two-Day Pass
$45 Run-of-Show
HOURS
Friday, noon - 8pm
Saturday, noon - 7pm
Sunday, noon - 5pm