Mark Moran
Mark Moran has been an active appraiser of antiques for more than 20 years, and has authored and co-authored more than 25 books on antiques and collectibles. He visited our region to appraise patrons' antiques, often providing a detailed history of the items in question. He also showed patrons how to access information online to research any additional items not appraised on-site.
303 participated
After participating in this program, we expected that patrons would have an increased understanding of and appreciation for the appraisal process. We also thought it might increase interest in the history of antiques. We expected that patrons from all over our region would bring antiques- often family heirlooms- and that Mark would be able to provide personalized histories of items that have been in our communities for generations.
94% of respondents reported that after participating in this program they increased their understanding of and appreciation for the appraisal process. 19% reported that they enjoyed this program because it helped them learn a new skill. 92% reported that they enjoyed this program because it helped them increase their knowledge, and better understand a topic. 25% reported that they enjoyed this program because they were able to spend quality time with family and friends. 21% reported that they enjoyed this program because it helped them generate or refine their goals and ideas. Patrons found the program educational, informative, enjoyable and interesting in that they were able to learn unique points of the history of their community.
Hallock, Greenbush and Roseau all had volunteers help with the event. Support provided ranged from baking cookies and serving refreshments, to helping set-up and break down the presentation site.