A special feature of the Orono Historical Society’s Collectibles and More sale on Sept. 6 will be the “Let’s Make A Deal” antiques table.
Patrons can bid on items such as a vintage laboratory analytic balance used at Dartmouth Medical Center, a 1900’s Italian-made pillow cover, a 1940s Armstrong reconditioned sterling silver flute with a case, a 1930s Remington typewriter, a large spinning wheel and vintage steamer trunks.
In addition, a unique variety of new and used items priced from 25 cents to $25-plus will include china, glassware, jewelery, paintings , kitchenware, baskets, leather goods, furniture, and Orono Memorabilia, such as menus from the late Oronoka Restaurant, and early 1980’s Festival posters, one designed by Paul Black, well-known Maine artist.
The sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Keith Anderson Community House,19 Bennoch Road, Orono. All proceeds from the sale will support Phase II of the Civil War Monument’s Restoration project, repair of the pedestal.
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