Bentonville Episodes of ‘Antiques Roadshow’ to Kick Off Series’ 29th Season Jan. 6
The 29th season of the beloved PBS series ‘Antiques Roadshow’ is set to premiere on January 6, 2025, with a special three-episode run featuring treasures from Bentonville, Arkansas. This season-opening extravaganza marks a significant milestone for the show, which has been a staple of American television for decades.
The episodes were filmed at the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in May 2024. This historic venue provided a unique backdrop for the show, with more than 3,500 guests from across the country bringing their antiques and collectibles to be appraised. Over 60 expert appraisers, including Nigel Freeman, a well-known appraiser from ‘Antiques Roadshow,’ evaluated these items, uncovering fascinating stories and profound values behind each piece.
The first episode, titled ‘Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Hour 1,’ showcases a wide array of treasures. These include a 1976 Marvel UK Super Spider-Man #175 cover art, a 1926 Rogers Hornsby sterling trophy, and Winslow Homer watercolors, which are estimated to be worth between 0,000 to 0,000. Each item tells a rich story, reflecting not only its monetary value but also the credibility and historical context provided by the experts.
The second episode, airing on January 13, will delve into more Arkansas treasures, including an Elvis Presley-signed ice cream cone display, an Arnold Palmer-engraved golf club (ca. 1980), and a Marvel Silver Age comics collection worth ,000 to ,000. These finds highlight the show’s ability to capture both monetary value and personal significance.
The final episode, airing on January 20, will feature an 1857 Queen’s Cup ascot race trophy, a 1956 Curta calculator type II, and an Art Deco sapphire & platinum ring. Each piece is a testament to the diverse history and cultural richness of America.
To celebrate this milestone, Arkansas PBS and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art will host a free screening event featuring highlights from all three episodes on January 11 at 3 p.m. in the museum’s Great Hall. Special guests include Sam Farrell, senior producer of ‘Antiques Roadshow,’ Nigel Freeman, and Kim Teehee, a representative from the Cherokee Nation. Austen Barron Bailly, the chief curator of Crystal Bridges Museum, will also be in attendance. The first 100 attendees will receive free admission to Crystal Bridges’ special exhibition “Knowing the West,” which celebrates the diverse peoples who contributed to art and life in the American West.
- Episode Schedule: The ‘Antiques Roadshow’ 29th season, featuring the Bentonville episodes, will air on these dates: January 6 (Episode 1), January 13 (Episode 2), and January 20 (Episode 3), all at 7 p.m. EST.
- Event Highlights: A free screening event at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art on January 11 at 3 p.m. will feature special guests and registrations are required at myarkansaspbs.org/events.
- Exhibition Value: The first 100 attendees to the event will receive free admission to Crystal Bridges’ special exhibition “Knowing the West,” the first major traveling exhibition to embrace the American West as more inclusive, complex, and reflective of diverse peoples.
