Buy treasures or just enjoy shopping
The Hinsdale Antiques Show celebrates its 50th anniversary this week.
More than 30 dealers from the Midwest, East and South will sell antiques from America, Europe and Asia. They include Maison Suzanne, a company with shops in Glen Ellyn and Oak Park.
This white jade vase is an example of antiques that can be found at the show.
Hours are from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 14.
The gala preview party Thursday evening offers first-buying opportunities to guests who pay $150.
Special events include free design presentations and those that require extra tickets such as the Sunday Champagne Gospel Brunch.
The $10 admission is good for all three days.
The show benefits The Community House, which provides counseling, education and recreation for eight communities in DuPage County. It is at 415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale.
Call (630) 323-7500 or www.HinsdaleAntiquesShow.org.
A must-see for fans of historic houses
Eight homes in northeast Elgin - which features two historic districts - will be open from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday for the Historic Elgin House Tour.
The variety of styles reflects the architectural diversity found in this city. This year's homes include prairie style, colonial revival, Queen Ann and even Gothic revival.
This tile is a detail from a fireplace in one of the homes.
The tour is sponsored by the Gifford Park Association, which uses the proceeds for beautification in the area.
Tickets can be purchased for $20 the day of the event from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Sherman Hospital lobby, 934 Center St. They are less expensive in advance, with information at www.gifford-park-assoc.org.