Location

Where is the Show and Preview Party?

THE SAN FRANCISCO FALL ANTIQUES SHOW is held at Festival Pavilion in Fort Mason Center.

Fort Mason Center is located in the beautiful Marina district, between Fisherman's Wharf and the Golden Gate Bridge on San Francisco Bay. The entrance to Fort Mason Center is at the intersection of Marina Boulevard and Buchanan Street. A former military base, this National Historic Landmark is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and, therefore, has no street address.

 

Hours

Preview Party Gala Benefit
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
7 to 9 p.m.

2010 Show Dates / Hours

October 28 to October 31, 2010
Thursday - Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, Noon to 5 p.m.

 

Parking

Is parking available?

Limited paid parking is available within the Fort Mason complex. Due to high attendance, THE SAN FRANCISCO FALL ANTIQUES SHOW is a high-impact parking period.

Although no discount parking passes are available for event parking, the parking fees are reasonable and the parking fees go directly toward preservation and restoration of historic Fort Mason Center.

Do not self-park inside any valet parking area under any circumstances. If you are unsure of the appropriate place to park, check with security once at Fort Mason. Illegally parked cars will be ticketed and towed.

Free, but very limited, parking is available along Marina Boulevard; however, make sure to carefully read posted parking restrictions.

Is valet parking available?

Valet parking is available at Festival Pavilion (inside Fort Mason complex) during the Preview Party.

How much does valet parking cost?

Valet parking is free during the Preview Party for Enthusiasts and above. Due to the high attendance, shuttle service will be available from nearby lots.

 

Directions

Is Fort Mason easy to find?

From East Bay: Bay Bridge to Fremont Street Exit; on Fremont (100 yards north) take first right on Howard; left on Embarcadero and go 2 miles; left on Bay and go 2 miles; right on Buchanan. Cross Marina Boulevard and turn sharp right into Fort Mason Center.

From Peninsula/South Bay: US 101 North to 9th Street Exit; 9th across Market and left on Hayes; right on Franklin; left on Bay; right on Buchanan. Cross Marina Boulevard and sharp right into Fort Mason Center.

From North Bay: Golden Gate Bridge (US 101) to Marina Exit: Marina Boulevard (1.5 miles) to Buchanan and turn left into Fort Mason Center.

Is there a map available?

A map of Fort Mason Center, and the primary transit routes, is available on their website.

 

Public Transportation

Are there public transit options?

We encourage public transportation.

For Bay Area-Wide Transit Information call 511 (or 817-1717) from any area code in the Bay Area counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma. Or, contact one of the following:

East Bay: Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART): (510) 465-2278

North Bay: Golden Gate Transit: (415) 455-2000

Peninsula/South Bay: SamTrans/CalTrain: (800) 660-4287

San Francisco: Municipal Railway (MUNI): (415) 673-6864

Which San Francisco buses will take me to Fort Mason Center?

There are many buses that stop at, or near, Fort Mason Center. Contact MUNI at (415) 673-6864 for times, or for other transit options.

#10 Townsend (stops at Van Ness and Bay, a short walk from Fort Mason)
#22 Fillmore (stops at Fillmore and Beach)
#28 19th Avenue (stops inside Fort Mason)
#30 Stockton (stops at Chestnut and Laguna; stops at the Transbay Bus Terminal)
#42 Downtown Loop
#47 Van Ness (stops at Van Ness and Bay, a short walk from Fort Mason)
#49 Van Ness / Mission (stops at Van Ness and Bay, a short walk from Fort Mason)
#82X Presidio/Wharves Express

Are taxi cabs readily available at Fort Mason Center?

Taxis are not readily available at Fort Mason Center. They must be ordered by telephone. Our staff and volunteers are happy to assist you in calling a taxi if needed.

 

Hotels

The Show's Partner Agency Travel Partner, Turon Travel, can help you with flight arrangements as well as exclusive hotel packages at a range of hotels, including our Official Hotel, the Mandarin Oriental.

In addition to the accommodations that Turon Travel can provide, SFFAS has developed a direct relationship with The Comfort Inn, Coventry Motor Inn, and Marina Inn, all located within walking distance of Fort Mason (5 -10 minutes).

It is best to make reservations as early as possible, since availability is not guaranteed. When making reservations, be sure to inquire about current offers.

 

Tickets

Do you take credit cards?

Yes, we accept MasterCard, VISA and American Express.

Can I purchase tickets over the phone?

You may order tickets via telephone at (415) 989-9019.

Tickets ordered on, or before, October 15, 2010 will be mailed. Tickets ordered on, or after, October 16, 2010 will be held in WILL CALL.

Can I purchase tickets via the mail?

To order tickets via the mail, please RSVP to the Preview Party invitation or download the Ticket Order form and send it with a check or credit card information.

Phone Number: (415) 989-9019
Fax Number: (415) 392-7611
Email: sffas@ehss.org
Address: 200 Pine Street, Suite 600, San Francisco, CA 94104

Can I purchase tickets online?

Please go to Ticket Order Information and see instructions

Can I buy a ticket at the door?

Yes, General Admission tickets are generally no problem to purchase at the door. Tickets to the Preview Party Gala and Lectures can be purchased at the door, but it is possible that they may sell out, so it is best to buy your tickets in advance.

Special rate Lunch and Lecture combination tickets are ONLY available in advance, by October 15, 2010.

Will you mail me the tickets?

Yes, tickets will be mailed for the Preview Party, General Admission and Lectures if the order is received by October 15, 2010. Tickets will be held in WILL CALL for orders received on or after October 16, 2010.

What should I do if I have lost my tickets?

Please contact the Show Office at (415) 989-9019 or sffas@ehss.org.

What should I do if I placed an order but did not receive my tickets in the mail?

Please contact the Show Office at (415) 989-9019 or sffas@ehss.org.

 

Fees

How much does it cost to attend the Show?

General Admission $15 per person (includes the Show Catalogue valued at $12)

Lectures $15 each (does not include General Admission)

Lecture Series $100 (includes General Admission)

Lunch and Lecture $50 each (includes a special prix fixe lunch in Café Girandole, does not include General Admission)

Do you offer special rates for groups?

We offer groups rates for groups of 10 or more:

General Admission $12 each (includes the Show Catalogue)

Individual Lectures $10 each (does not include General Admission)

Lunch and Lecture $42.50 each (includes a special prix fixe lunch in Café Girandole, does not include General Admission)

Deadline for booking group rate Lunch and Lecture is October 15.

After October 15, although your group is still welcome to take advantage of group rates for General Admission and individual Lectures, you will not be able to sign up for Lunch and Lecture.

In order to take advantage of group rates in advance, your group must make one payment. In order to take advantage of group rates at the door, your entire group must arrive together.

Do you offer special rates for seniors?

There are no senior rates for this charitable Show benefiting Enterprise for High School Students; however, if you would like to take advantage of group rates, we encourage you to speak to your local senior centers, red hat societies, and other social groups about arranging a group outing.

Do you offer special rates for children or students?

Children under the age of 12 are free. Children 13 and older pay standard general admission fees.

There are no student rates for this charitable Show benefiting Enterprise for High School Students; however, if you would like to take advantage of group rates, we encourage you to speak to your teachers or after-school activities leaders about arranging a group outing.

Does the Exhibition require a separate admission ticket?

The Exhibition is included in General Admission and does not require a separate admission ticket.

What are the benefits associated with the various levels of Patron tickets?

The most notable difference between the various levels of patrons is the receptions prior to the Preview Party Benefit Gala on Wednesday, October 27, 2010. Following are a few of the additional highlights:

Connoisseurs Circle ($5,000, two tickets) (contribution, less $220, tax deductible).
Your name printed in THE SAN FRANCISCO FALL ANTIQUES SHOW Catalogue*.
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Preview Party Reception.
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Preview Party admission.
Courtesy valet parking for the Preview Party.
Unlimited return Show entrance.
Invitations to exclusive parties.

Collectors Circle ($2,750, two tickets) (contribution, less $220, tax deductible)

Your name printed in THE SAN FRANCISCO FALL ANTIQUES SHOW Catalogue*.
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Preview Party Reception.
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Preview Party admission.
Courtesy valet parking for the Preview Party.
Unlimited return Show entrance.
Invitations to exclusive parties.

Aficionados ($1,000, two tickets) (contribution, less $220, tax deductible)

Your name printed in THE SAN FRANCISCO FALL ANTIQUES SHOW Catalogue*.
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Preview Party Reception.
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Preview Party admission.
Courtesy valet parking for the Preview Party.
Unlimited return Show entrance.
Invitations to exclusive parties.

Enthusiasts ($600, two tickets) (contribution, less $220, tax deductible)

Your name printed in THE SAN FRANCISCO FALL ANTIQUES SHOW Catalogue*.
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Preview Party Reception.
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Preview Party admission.
Courtesy valet parking for the Preview Party.
Unlimited return Show entrance.

Supporters ($200 per person) (contribution, less $65 per ticket, tax deductible)

Your name printed in THE SAN FRANCISCO FALL ANTIQUES SHOW Catalogue*.
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Preview Party admission.
Shuttle parking, from nearby Fort Mason, for the Preview Party.
One time return Show entrance.

*Orders received by July 31, 2010 will be listed in the Catalogue. Those received on, or after, August 1, 2010, will not be included.

 

Lectures

What is the theme of the 2010 Lecture Series?

Chinoiserie Chic

Speakers to be announced.

When are the lectures?

Thursday, October 28, 11:00 a.m.

Thursday, October 28, 2:30 p.m.

Friday, October 29, 11:00 a.m.

Friday, October 29, 2:30 p.m.

Saturday, October 30, 11:00 a.m.

Saturday, October 30, 2:30 p.m.

How long do the lectures last?

Each lecture lasts approximately 1 ½ hours, which includes Question & Answer period with the speaker.

Lectures associated with books will have additional time for book signings following the lecture.

 

Exhibition

What is the theme of the 2010 Exhibition?

Chinoiserie: Rococo to Eco

 

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Antiques

What periods / specialties are represented at the show?

The Show strives to present to the public a wide selection of furniture and objects in a broad range of prices and a diverse range of styles, tastes and periods. The Show regularly includes dealers in the following specialties:

• Antiquities
• Asian Decorative and Fine Arts
• Books, Documents, and Manuscripts
• Carpets, Rugs, and Textiles
• Clocks and Scientific Instruments
• English Furniture
• Ethnographic Art
• European and American Ceramics and Glass, Chinese Export Porcelains
• European Furniture
• Fine Art - Paintings and Sculpture
• Fine Art - Photographs
• Fine Art - Prints and Maps
• Folk Art
• Furniture of the Americas
• Jewelry
• Metals - Silver
• Metals - Base Metals: Brass, Pewter, etc.
• Objets de Vertu - Enamels, Miniatures, Snuff Boxes, etc.
• 20th-Century Furniture and Works of Art - Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Mid-century Modern

Can I bring my antiques to the Show to be appraised, sold, or traded?

The Show is only for Exhibitors to sell to the public. Independent parties attempting to sell merchandise to Exhibitors will be removed by security and barred admittance.

 

Exhibitors

How do I become an Exhibitor in the Show?

The Show is a vetted fair with top caliber exhibitors who maintain high standards. Exhibitors are invited primarily on the basis of their reputations in the trade in their respective disciplines, through recommendations of our Advisory Committee, and by onsite visits to prospective exhibitors' shops/galleries.

For consideration to participate in the 2011 Show, please send a letter of interest by the end of January, 2011 detailing the kind of antiques you carry as well as the Shows or Fairs you have participated in. Please include photographs of antiques representative of your merchandise, photographs of your booth at other Shows or Fairs, and any brochures you have about your business.

 

Designers

How do I join the Designers Circle?

The SFFAS Designers Circle (DC) was established in 1999 as a dedicated group of design industry leaders in support of the show and beneficiary charity. DC membership is by invitation only to established, credentialed, professional designers and architects in the Bay Area and across the country. Membership is based on past support of The San Francisco Fall Antiques Show, and all members must be in good standing within the design industry. Members are required to have an established body of work (visible through a website or portfolio ) and /or two recommendations from members of the DC and /or participating SFFAS dealers. Other individuals or companies who work within the trade in support of interior designers and architects, such as art galleries, furnishing showrooms, contractors, etc., are encouraged to join one of the other patron groups.

 

Designers Circle Table Presentations

Which designers are creating table presentations, on view at Gump's?

Douglas Durkin Design, Inc.
www.durkindesign.com

Fisher Weisman Design & Decoration
www.fisherweisman.com

Ann Getty & Associates
www.anngetty.com

Jeffers Design Group
jeffersdesigngroup.com

Barbara Scavullo Design
www.scavullodesign.com

Tucker & Marks
www.tuckerandmarks.com

 

Catalogue

Is there a charge for the Catalogue?

The cost of the catalogue is included with the purchase of a General Admission ticket.

If you do not attend the Show, the price for the Catalogue is $12, plus shipping and handling. Contact the Show Office at (415) 989-9019 or sffas@ehss.org to order a Catalogue.

How do I advertise in the Show Catalogue?

Go to the Catalogue Advertising page of the website, download the contract and send it along with the specified materials and payment.

 

Food and Beverage

What are the dining choices offered at the Show?

Café Girandole, located in the center of the Show, is a seated dining area that offers a selection of light luncheon fare including an excellent selection of soups, entrees and desserts.

An á-la-carte walk-up service offers salads, sandwiches, baked goods and beverages.

All catering provided by McCall Associates.

What are the hours of the Café Girandole?

Á-la-carte fare and bar service is available during Show hours.

Can I make a reservation at Café Girandole?

On-site reservations are accepted; however, telephone reservations are not accepted.

 

Dress Code

Is there a dress code for the Preview Party?

The preview party is a social event and cocktail dress is the most appropriate attire.

 

Children

Are children allowed?

Supervised children are allowed; however, strollers are not permitted inside exhibitor booths.

Since alcohol is served at the Preview Party, children are not recommended. Children attending the party will be charged full admission price.

 

Wheelchairs

Are wheelchairs available?

There are a limited number of wheelchairs available. We highly recommend that you reserve a wheelchair ahead, if needed.

 

Pets

Can I bring my pet?

Pets are not allowed.

Guide dogs and other types of service animals are protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act, and therefore may accompany their handlers most places that are open to the public.

 

Student Employment Opportunities

What jobs are available at the Show?

There are two primary jobs available for students at the Show.

• Party Assistance - serving food and beverages at the Preview Party to the patrons of the Show
• Welcome / Thank You Assistance - helping at the Front Door during the Show

How can I work at the Show?

In order to sign up for a paid position at the Show, you must be an Enterprise member who has completed the Party Assistance Workshop.

If you are a member and would like to sign up to work the Show, please contact the Enterprise office at (415) 392-7600 x1.

If you are not a member, and would like to find out how to become one, please contact the Enterprise office at (415) 392-7600 x1.

 

Volunteer Opportunities

What volunteer opportunities are available at the Show?

At the Show, there are volunteer positions for Welcome Staffing, Finance Staffing, and General Staffing.

What volunteer opportunities are available throughout the year?

You can offer administrative and/or creative skills throughout the year. We are always looking for people who can help for 3 to 4 hours one time only, or a couple of hours a week on an ongoing basis.

From teens to seniors, we can accommodate various individuals and groups.

This is a great opportunity for a corporate team building project. We would love for you to bring your team over for a couple of hours to help us with things such as bulk mailings.

How do I volunteer for the Show?

Please contact the Show Office at (415) 989-9019 or sffas@ehss.org. Let us know what hours you are available, and any particular aspect of the Show you might be most interested in.