Historical April 1978 reporting or notice. Original dates, services, fees and contacts describe the period; current availability has not been established.
The sixth annual Gypsy Caravan — one of the world’s largest antique and crafts fairs — will be held at the Checkerdome on Memorial Day, May 29, from 9:00 to 5:00. The giant marketplace is sponsored by the Famous-Barr Company and by the Women’s Association of the Saint Louis Symphony Society for the benefit of the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra. Antique dealers, craftsmen, artists and hobbyists are invited to contract for space in this year’s expanded fair. In past years Gypsy Caravan has drawn enormous response from both exhibitors and customers, with over 50,000 shoppers attending to purchase items ranging in value from 10c tin rings to wood carvings and antiques at over $1,000.
All proceeds from the sale of space and admissions go to the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra. All profits from the sale of items go to the exhibitor. There are no commissions. Admission to the giant fair is $1 for adults; children (under twelve) are admitted free. All parking is free to shoppers.
Outdoor space is provided to exhibitors at the rate of $35 for each 8’x40′ area in the parking lot directly behind the main arena. Merchants may set up booths, tables, or sell from tailgates in the outdoor area. Indoor space is available at a cost of $60 for areas with aisle exposure on one side, and $75 for areas with aisle exposure on more than one side, and also for wall space. Prospective exhibitors are encouraged to sign up early to insure a spot ; in past years, exhibitor space has sold out. In addition, after May 1 outdoor space increases to $50, and an additional $15 will be charged for indoor space.
Anyone interested in obtaining a contract or further information, please write GYPSY CARAVAN, Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand Boulevard, St. Louis, Missouri, 63103, or telephone 962- 5557, 997-4482, 434-9148 or Powell Symphony Hall 533-2500.
Originally published in The Paper, April 1978.
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