Thurston Nichols Folk Art is Fine Art

04/29/2026

Thurston Nichols American Antiques
Specializing in 18th- and 19th-century American furniture and decorative arts with emphasis on original surfaces and folk-art excellence. Serving collectors nationwide from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. “Outliers of Art & Antiques.”

04/14/2026

This April, he brings that signature blend of expertise, warmth, and infectious enthusiasm to the inaugural Pennsylvania Antiques Show at the Valley Forge Casino Resort Convention Center (April 23–26, 2026). Presented by Historic Trappe and timed to America’s 250th anniversary, the show features 64 top exhibitors, educational programs, a Conestoga wagon loan exhibition, and a festive Preview Party on April 23 (5–9 p.m.).
“Folk Art is Fine Art,” Thurston declares. His booth will showcase vibrant Pennsylvania German fraktur, boldly painted blanket chests, sculptural weathervanes, carved eagles, stoneware, chalkware, profile portraits, and those delightful ‘outliers’ that make collectors’ hearts race. Whether you’re a longtime client or discovering American antiques for the first time, expect warm conversation, honest expertise, and treasures ready for new homes. AntiquesCouncil Americas250 OriginalPaintAntiques

04/13/2026

Thurston Nichols American Antiques
Specializing in 18th- and 19th-century American furniture and decorative arts with emphasis on original surfaces and folk-art excellence. Serving collectors nationwide from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. “Outliers of Art & Antiques.” Preview Party: Thursday, April 23, 5–9 p.m.
• General Admission: Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
• Location: Valley Forge Casino Resort, King of Prussia, PA (minutes from Valley Forge National Historical Park)
• Tickets & Info: paantiquesshow.com AntiquesCouncil Americas250 OriginalPaintAntiques

04/11/2026

Show Details:
• Preview Party: Thursday, April 23, 5–9 p.m.
• General Admission: Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
• Location: Valley Forge Casino Resort, King of Prussia, PA (minutes from Valley Forge National Historical Park)
• Tickets & Info: paantiquesshow.com
About Thurston Nichols American Antiques
Specializing in 18th- and 19th-century American furniture and decorative arts with emphasis on original surfaces and folk-art excellence. Serving collectors nationwide from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. “Outliers of Art & Antiques.” AntiquesCouncil Americas250 OriginalPaintAntiques

04/09/2026

Third-generation trailblazer Thurston Nichols brings 30 years of heart, expertise, and ‘outliers of art & antiques’ to the brand-new Pennsylvania Antiques Show at Valley Forge – April 23–26, 2026.” AntiquesCouncil Americas250 OriginalPaintAntiques

04/06/2026

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03/18/2026