For any philatelist interested in 19th century stamps and postal history of the United States, you don’t want to miss U.S. Classics 2009. There will be 150 invited exhibit frames showcasing some of the great rarities of the U.S. classic period - many have been kept out of the public light for decades!

There will be a bourse with dealers from around the country, most specializing in classic U.S. As U.S. Classics 2009 will be held in conjunction with the Postal History Symposium, the weekend will also include many fascinating seminars on numerous areas of classic United States philately, specifically 19th century postal reform.

The United States Philatelic Classics Society Room at the American Philatelic Center will be dedicated along with a dinner and benefit auction to celebrate everyone’s shared passion for United States stamps. More details will follow over the summer.

The 1869 once-a-decade meeting will also be held in conjunction with U.S. Classics 2009. The Carriers and Local Society and the Postal History Society shall participate as well.

Additionally, APEX will be accepting submissions for expertization at the show. SHOW SPECIAL: A $10.00 discount off the regular APEX fees for ALL mateiral submitted for APEX certificates during the show.

For additional information, contact the APS and visit their web site at www.stamps.org

To register for the events and sign up for the Friday and Saturday evening dinners, please visit this link at www.stamps.org

Make your plans to attend this incredible event today! Accomodation suggestions and details are listed below and on the PDF flier.

Hampton Inn & Suites, Williamsburg Square 1955 Waddle Rd, State College, PA 16803, 814-231-1899

Room Rates for both Hotels: Single/Double, $81 plus taxes (mention the American Philatelic Society)

Details and Accomodations Flier