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Oswego, N.Y. – “We have been the grateful recipient of items from several estates,” said Eva Corradino, President of the Society. “The family of famed restaurateur Peter Savas donated a gorgeous punch bowl that was used in his east side restaurant and in family celebrations. Nancy Bellow gave us Oswego prints in handmade frames crafted by her and her late husband Bill. We have a few items, including an Oswego City Directory, from the estate of Mark Cole.” Also offered are prints and photographs of Oswego landmarks by Frank Kraft, Michelle Southgate, Joe Lefevre, K. Faino and Rob Ortiz. Local artists Michael Flanagan, Jane Van Emmerick, Mary Gilbert, Carl Perkins and Cindy Schmidt have donated their creations.
“Special items go in the Live Auction,” according to Mary Kay Stone, auction co-chair. “This year that includes a Stay & Play Splash Park Getaway Package from the Broadwell Group, a 30 bottle wine cooler from Tirrell’s Appliance, a fire pit from Lowe’s, a gorgeous white gold, onyx and simulated diamond ring from JP Jewelers, a pizza oven from Atom and Falecia Avery and a Tiki Boat Tour of the Oswego Harbor from the City of Oswego.”
The annual spring fundraiser has always featured a large assortment of gift certificates and items donated by businesses in the community, but a unique theme of the event is the presence of some antiques and collectibles. Alyson DeCosa donated two swords from her grandfather’s collection and one appears to be of Civil War vintage.“We also are pleased to offer a free antique appraisal with every ticket sold,” says Jennifer Bertollini, co-chair. “Gerald Petro of Iroquois Auctions in Brewerton, who runs estate auctions across the country, generously donates his time to appraise and to also do the Live Auction.” Additional items can be appraised for a fee of $5 each.
The Not-So-Silent Auction is Friday April 25 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Lake Ontario Event and Conference Center at the Best Western Hotel. The Live Auction starts at 7:15 p.m. Tickets are available on our website, by calling the museum at 315-343-1342 or that evening at the door. There will be light refreshments, a cash bar and door prizes.
The Oswego County Historical Society owns and operates the Richardson-Bates House Museum located at 135 E. 3rd Street. This event is the largest fundraiser to support the maintenance and preservation of the historic house, which is on the National Register.
