The 2016 National Sports Collectors Convention will again kick off with some free autograph signers appearing Wednesday night. The NSCC has tabbed Hockey Hall of Famer Eddie Giacomin, 1974 National League MVP Steve Garvey and Philadelphia’s own “Wild Thing”, reliever Mitch Williams for this year’s show in Atlantic City. Only attendees who have purchased any of the … [Read more...]
The Dawn of Autograph Shows
by Rich Klein In the more than three decades I have been involved in this hobby, perhaps nothing has changed more than the concept of autographs at shows. When I first started attending shows in the mid-late 70's the concept usually meant a former player like Earl Battey (who was probably paid a reasonable fee such as $500) signing free autographs for a couple of hours … [Read more...]
2011 National Sports Collectors Convention Tickets,VIP Passes on Sale
VIP Admission Packages and General Admission Tickets for the 32nd National Sports Collectors Convention. August 3-7 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Chicago are now on sale through the National's web site, www.NSCCShow.com. As in the past, you can complete your ticket purchase and print your tickets immediately on your own printer. Several different VIP … [Read more...]
National Teams Up with Orioles
The National Sports Collectors Convention has found a willing promotional partner in the Baltimore Orioles. The NSCC and Orioles are combining for a series of promotions for the National to be held at the Baltimore Convention Center, August 4-8, 2010. The 31st National opens with the traditional “Sneak Peek” on Wednesday, August 4 at 4-8 PM. Dealer and Corporate booths … [Read more...]
Astros Holding Autograph Session, Auction, Show
The Houston Astros and the Astros in Action Foundation will host the team’s annual FanFest on Friday and Saturday. FanFest events will take place throughout the main concourse of Minute Maid Park and include autograph sessions with the current roster of players and former Astros, a sports card and memorabilia show produced by TRISTAR, a silent auction, and the popular … [Read more...]