Treasure or Trash – Find Out Soon in Great Falls

I think that I can say, with confidence, that every single person or family has an item that has been passed down from generation to generation.  And probably at some point, it was said to be worth a fortune and never to sell it.

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Was your great-great-grandmother really friends with the Queen of England and those stories of the painting she brought from there be true?  If you have ever wondered about a certain "vintage" or "antique" item in your possession, an opportunity is coming to Great Falls to find out if it really is treasure or trash.

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Treasure or Trash - Find Out Soon in Great Falls

The Foundation for Montana History and the History Museum in Great Falls are gearing up for the "Montana Appraisal Fair" coming to the museum on November 14, 2025.  Fine art, toys, collectibles, heirlooms and interesting/valuable items can be brought to the fair to be verbally evaluated by celebrity Appraiser Timothy Gordon and Auctioneer Grant Zahajko.

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Appraiser Gordon specializes in art, celebrity collectibles and western history items.  Auctioneer Zahajko's talents include sports cards, comic books, toys and memorabilia.  Both will spend about 5 minutes with individuals and their treasures.

Sign Up Now for the Great Falls Show to Learn About Your Treasures

Anyone wanting to bring items to the fair can sign up via this form.  You are limited to 4 items with each item costing $15 to be evaluated.  Once you have arrived at the event, staff or a volunteer will call your number and guide you to the table of either Appraiser Timothy Gordon or Auctioneer Grant Zahajko with your item(s).

The event is free to the general public to attend and watch as items are brought through, with specialty or rare items being highlighted each hour between 12pm and 8pm.  Chemicals, guns and jewelry are not being accepted at the fair.  For more information on the show, visit their website here.