Muncy Historical Society

SET-UP
& SHOW HOURS

Set-Up: Friday, August 27, 2010, 8 AM to 4 PM

Show: Friday, August 27, 2010, 5:30 PM to 9 PM; Saturday, August 28, 2010, 9 AM to 5 PM

ELIGIBILITY

Exhibitor must use rental space only for the showing and selling of antiques (at least 100 years old) or antique collector items (at least 50 years old). No reproductions, new merchandise or “limited edition” new collectibles will be sold at this event. Exceptions will be books and catalogs directly related to the Antiques/Collectibles trade, and polishes, finish restorers and plate holders that relate to the restoration and preservation of Antiques/Collectibles. This is a Juried Show and any new items or inappropriate items must be removed. Any disagreement will be decided by MHS. It is understood that MHS reserves the right to request that the Exhibitor remove from his/her booth any item(s) which, in MHS’s opinion, is not considered an “Antique” or “Collectible” as defined, or is not in keeping with the image of this Show. MHS reserves the right to request any Exhibitor to pack up and leave with a full refund or to exclude any Exhibitor from exhibiting at future events if, in its opinion, that Exhibitor’s display or merchandise does not meet the standards of the Show. Exhibitors must provide customers with detailed receipts that include the dealer’s name and contact information.

EXHIBITOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Exhibitor shall be liable for delivery, handling, setting up and removal of his/her own display and materials. It is the responsibility of the Exhibitor to check tables and table legs before setting up his or her display. Porters will be available and work for tips delivering and removing Exhibitor’s inventory into and out of the facility. An attendant must be present in the booth during all hours of the Show and will be expected to exhibit and sell merchandise as represented in the Contract acceptance process. Spaces are not transferable and cannot be partially or totally subleased. Exhibits must remain intact until the scheduled conclusion of the Show. This contract constitutes approval by the Exhibitor for any photograph or video of booth items taken by MHS to be used exclusively for promotional or advertising purposes or for any Exhibitor listing (name, hometown, state and booth number) to be included on MHS’s web site and other promotional materials.

BOOTH SPECIFICATIONS

MHS will endeavor to assign the same booth location to Exhibitors returning on an annual basis but cannot guarantee the same location. All tables shall be covered in an attractive manner to the floor on all visible sides. No refund will be given for ordered tables or electricity not used during the Show. No boxes shall be visible. No signs, tags or stickers, such as “ Sale ” or “Discounts” shall be permitted. Materials subject to fire hazards are not permitted. Items used to accessorize an Exhibitor’s booth, i.e. dried flowers, etc., may not be sold.

TAXES, FACILITY POLICIES

Each Exhibitor is responsible for collecting and reporting State Sales Taxes. There will be no smoking in the Exhibit facility.

INSURANCE & LIABILITY

Neither MHS nor the Keystone Hook and Ladder Company #1 (the Fire Company) will assume responsibility for Exhibitor’s personal injury or property lost by theft, robbery, accident, fire or damage. Exhibitor agrees not to be a party to any action, suit, or claim against MHS or Fire Company. Should MHS, in its sole discretion, consider it inadvisable to hold the Show at the time and place herein provided, MHS may at its option, terminate this agreement, return the sums paid by Exhibitor and there shall be no further liability on the part of either party to the other.

SECURITY

No one is permitted in the building after closing hours. Exhibitors may enter the facility one hour prior to Show time. MHS shall provide a security guard to monitor the immediate area during non-Show hours.

AMENDMENT & TERMINATION

OF CONTRACT

MHS shall have the power to interpret and/or amend these Rules & Regulations that, in its discretion, shall be in the best interest of the Show. The decision of MHS must be accepted as final in any dispute with Exhibitor or any situation not covered by these Rules and Regulations. This agreement may be terminated by MHS at any time on the breach of any conditions by the Exhibitor, and thereupon all his/her rights hereunder shall cease and terminate, and any payments made by him/her in amount hereof prior to said termination shall be retained by MHS as liquidated damages for such breach.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Exhibitor must notify MHS immediately of cancellation, both verbally and in writing. No refunds will be given for any reason. Payments are not transferable to another Show. Last minute cancellations, vehicle breakdowns or other delays should be reported to MHS, as soon as possible, by calling (570) 971-4869.