The Thrill of the Hunt: Collecting and Appraising Rare Books
When:
Friday, Jan 07, 2022 4:00p -
5:00p
Friday, Jan 07, 2022 4:00p -
5:00p
Where:
New England Historic Genealogical Society
99-101 Newbury St.
Boston, MA 02115
Admission:
FREE
Categories:
History
Event website:
https://www.americanancestors.org/events/thrill-hunt-collecting-and-appraising-rare-books
Join Kenneth Gloss, rare book specialist and proprietor of Boston’s renowned Brattle Book Shop, for a special presentation about the history of his shop, highlighting anecdotes about private and institutional collecting. As Ken shares tips for starting and maintaining a collection, he will reveal his favorite finds of the “hunt” and what makes these treasures rare and determines their value. Following the program, Conservator Todd Pattison will moderate an audience Q&A session.