For this weekend only (March 14-16), St. Pete Coliseum will be transformed into a lit-enthusiast’s dream. The venue will be packed with over 100 premiere literature vendors from all over the country. Intended for book-lovers of all ages, shapes, and sizes, the 33rd Annual Florida Antiquarian Book Fair fairs boasts the largest spread of books, prints, and antique maps in the Southeast!
Serious collectors beware: your pockets may be a little lighter after this trip. First edition signed copies will be sold for the right price! Get your hands on the 1st ever issue of the Cat in the Hat for a ripe $1500. For the Sci-Fi fans out there, a signed copy of Stephen King’s The Eyes of the Dragon will be waiting to be scooped up. Are you a fan of Dali? Or perhaps of Alice’s Adventures In Wonderland? How about picking up your very own copy Alice and Wonderland, signed & illustrated by Dali himself!
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Even if you’re not willing to spend your tax-refund check yet, there is plenty to do and see without emptying your bank account. Spend the day, or three days for that matter, perusing one-of-a-kind items most people wont even see in their lifetime! There is nothing quite like the parchment perfume of an old leather bound masterpiece. The quality in the vendors’ upkeep and preservation of these prizes is impeccable!
*Photo via Old Florida Bookstore
As for event details, the fair runs all weekend (Friday 5 PM- 9 PM; Saturday: 10 AM – 5 PM; Sunday: 11 AM- 4 PM). Tickets are a steal at only $10 for a 3-day pass! Single day tickets run $6. The best part? Students (with proof of ID) and children under 12 are absolutely free and so is parking!
For more information regarding vendors and/or the treasures they plan on bringing check out the Florida Antiquarian Book Fair’s blog.
Article by Roiya Armin-Arsala
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