2019 Schedule: July 9-14
An Annual Affair - Rare Aspen! Below you’ll find the latest schedule of events for July 9 - 14, 2019. Check back often for updates to our presentations and booth chats.
Tue
1:00 - 4:00
Preview Event
Architectural & Design Trade and other Friends of Rare Aspen Preview Event: Invitation-only. Public can gain access to preview event by purchasing the Gold Pass. Purchase Now
Wed
10:00 - 3:00
General Admission
The shopping floor will be open to Gold, Silver and Bronze pass holders. Purchase Now
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11:30
Presentation
Deborah Choate
“The Alchemy of Artists/Artisans”
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1:00
Presentation
Aspen Education Fund
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5:30 - 9:00
VIP Party
Meet & greet exhibitors and design experts over hors d’oeuvres & cocktails while being immersed in a festive and engaging atmosphere. This Launch party is sponsored by Aspen Peak magazine and benefits Aspen Education Foundation, Aspen Hope Center, and Mountain Rescue Aspen. Catering by Mawa Kitchens, complimentary bubbly and a cash bar courtesy of Woody Creek Distillers will benefit the charities. Join us for a high-end scavenger hunt and buy a key from one of our beneficiaries to unlock a brilliant diamond pendant!
Thu
10:00 - 6:00
General Admission
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11:30
Presentation
Mountain Rescue Aspen
“Ten Essentials for Staying Safe in the Backcountry”
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1:00
Booth Chat
Jeff Bridgman
“Antique Flags - An Introduction”
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3:30
Presentation
Jonathan Tung
“In the Chinese Taste - Chinoiserie, Chinese Export, and Chinese Design”
Fri
10:00 - 6:00
General Admission
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11:30
Presentation
Aspen Hope Center
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1:00
Booth Chat
Michael Corbett
“A Room for Dining - Evolution of Space from 18th Century to the Present”
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2:00
Presentation
Sara Thomier
“Demystifying Appraisals - Everything you always wanted to know, but were afraid to ask!”
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3:30
Presentation + Book Signing
Parviz Nemati
“Masterpieces of 18th & 19th Century Woven Art: India, Persia and Turkey”
Sat
10:00 - 6:00
General Admission
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11:30
Presentation
Alex Vock
“Pearls of Wisdom - What makes natural pearls so valuable and so collectible? How do they differ from cultured pearls, and why it matters.”
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1:00
Booth Chat
Rosaria Varra
“Understanding Coral”
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2:00
Keynote Speaker
Beth Webb
“An Eye for Beauty” Book Signing
Sun
11:00 - 4:00
General Admission
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11:00 - 2:00
Special Event
Woody Creek Distillers - Bloody Mary Cash Bar benefiting our charities.
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12:00
Booth Chat
Darius Nemati
“An Overview of Animals, Both Stylized and Realistic in Woven Art”
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1:00
Booth Chat (Booth 16)
Jim Gillis, VP Global Sales MS Rau
“Winning the Cryptic War, the Enigma Machine and WWII"
