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Rob Wolfe of American Pickers and Jordan Richmond of Richmond Auctions Announce Second Annual Bettendorf Americana

Vintage car, antique show and auction to be held August 1-3 in Bettendorf, Iowa

original "I wanted to create a heritage event that would bring car and antique enthusiasts from around the globe to connect them to our region." Rob Wolfe, American Pickers, 30+ years in the Antique business

"I wanted to create a heritage event that would bring car and antique enthusiasts from around the globe to connect them to our region." Rob Wolfe, American Pickers, 30+ years in the Antique business

BETTENDORF, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rob Wolfe of American Pickers and Jordan Richmond of Richmond Auctions today announced plans for the Second Annual, “Bettendorf Americana,” a vintage car, antique show and auction to be held August 1-3 in Bettendorf, Iowa.

About: Bettendorf Americana is one of the largest gatherings of the year of antique dealers and enthusiasts including more than 500 antique cars and more than 200 dealers of petroliana, automobilia, coin op memorabilia, antique advertising signs, and general antiques of all kinds against the picturesque backdrop of the majestic Mississippi. Much more than an antique show, the gathering will feature fun for the whole family with a swap meet, games, food and waterfront attractions steeped in Americana charm.

Auction: On Friday, August 2nd, Jordan Richmond of Richmond Auctions will host dinner followed by an auction of more than 250 items with a special focus on petroliana, automobilia, gas station memorabilia, soda memorabilia, antique signs and more.

Hosted by: Organized by TV personality Rob Wolfe of American Pickers and sponsored by Jordan Richmond of Richmond Auctions.

Where: Isle of Capri Casino, Bettendorf, Iowa

When: August 1-3, 2024

To Participate: For vendor applications and attendee information, please visit our website where information about activities will be updated regularly.

Contacts

To speak with the organizers please contact:

Amanda Orr amandaorr@gmail.com
202-459-1304

Laurie Gibson, lgibsonpr@gmail.com
650-815-1438

Industry:

Richmond Auctions

Release Versions
English

Contacts

To speak with the organizers please contact:

Amanda Orr amandaorr@gmail.com
202-459-1304

Laurie Gibson, lgibsonpr@gmail.com
650-815-1438

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