2017 Auction
NEW LOCATION: Red Wing National Guard Armory
885 E 7th St
Red Wing, MN 55066
All RWCS members who have submitted to the 2017 Members Only Auction, your submission(s) have been accepted.
Members wishing to view photo preview may do so by visiting the Photo Gallary in the Members Only Section of the website.
Please contact the Auction Manager Scott Hardman with any question. Friendly reminder Scott lives in the Pacific Time zone, so please check your time before calling.
MEMBERS MUST REGISTERED FOR THE 2017 CONVENTION AND HAVE THEIR CONVENTION BADGE IN HAND TO CHECK IN AT THE AUCTION. Badges may be picked up AT THE PER-REGISTRATION DESK ON Wednesday, July 5 AND Thursday, July 6. PLEASE NOTE TWO DIFFERENT LOCATION SITES BELOW ON THESE DAYS.
Check-in:
Wednesday, July 5 – Red Wing National Guard Armory
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
BADGE PICK UP WILL BE AT THE POTTERY MUSEUM OF RED WING 11:00 AM TO 3:00 PM.
Thursday, July 6 - Red Wing National Guard Armory
8:00 am to 11:00 a.m.
BADGE PICK UP WILL BE AT MINNESOTA STATE COLLEGE SOUTHEAST (308 Pioneer Rd Red Wing) BEGINNING AT 8AM.
Members are encouraged to bring their submission item(s) early to ensure enough time to check in and grade your piece.
NEW AUCTION VIEWING TIME
Thursday, July 6 – Red Wing National Guard Armory
3:00 pm to 4:15 p.m.
Members must pick up their badges during registration hours as noted on the schedule. REGISTRATION WILL OPEN AT THE ARMORY AT 3:00pm on THURSDAY, JULY 6 for pre-registration pick up and walking in registration.
Auction Time
Thursday, July 6
4:30 p.m.
Members must be registered for the 2017 Convention in order to attend and bid at the auction.
Members attending the auction are included in a drawing at the end of the Auction for the 2017 Special Commemorative!
ARMORY PARKING SHUTTLE
Thursday, July 6 – Member Auction
3:00 pm – UNTIL END OF AUCTION
Concessions at the Auction by Goodhue County Historical Society 4:00pm – 8:00 pm
The volunteers and staff of the History Center take over with food service during the Thursday Auction. They serve a wide variety of snacks, beverages, and other lunch and dinner items. The food booth will be located in the Red Wing National Guard Armory.
Volunteers are Needed!
Auction Volunteer Page – The auction success needs volunteers all week from graders at check into catalog sales lots of great opportunities to support the auction.Visit the page to learn more!
Auction Manager
Scott Hardman
Auction Manager
auction@redwingcollectors.org
209-602-1461
2017 Auction Commission Information
The RWCS Auction has a flat commission of 12% on items that sell for $100 or more. Items that sell for less than $100 will be charged a flat $20 commission.
Reserve Items: The reserve option is for high-end items. The minimum reserve price is $2,000. Items that don’t hit the reserve will be charged a $150 fee. The Auction Manager reserves the right to not accept the reserve if a specific item has a value far less than $2,000. In this case, the member submitting the piece will be notified.
Submitters:
Please use one form for each piece. Do Not submit more than one on the same form.
Photos: Cosigners are encouraged to provide photos of their items during the submission process. Please send those photos in a high-resolution digital jpg or png file via media disk with your form, or email to director@redwingcollectors.org. Please include you name and membership number on the disk or in the email.
About the Auction:
SUBMITTING TO THE AUCTION
Who can submit to the RWCS Convention Auction? Any member in good standing can submit to the auction. Member’s must use the auction submission form and are encouraged to provide a photo.
When is the auction submission and guidelines available? The Auction Manager publishes the auction form and guidelines annually in the February issue of the RWCS Newsletter and will be available for download online at that time.
What is the “Second Submission” Process? The Second Piece Submission is an opportunity for members to submit a second piece to the auction. Members use the same form as published for the first piece; but indicate it is a “Second” in the proper check box on the form. These submissions are included in the event that the auction lottery has space remaining for additional lots. The Auction Manager will randomly select from the submission forms marked “SECOND” until the auction is filled.
Please use one form for each piece. Do Not submit more than one on the same form.
How are the lot numbers assigned for the auction? The lot numbers are randomly assigned by the Auction Manager.
When will submitter be notified of their lot number? The auction submission deadline is May 1. The Auction Manager will send a post card by mail with the lot number(s) for the submission(s) and a brief description. Post cards are usually mailed in June.
CONVENTION WEEK QUESTIONS
Once a submission is accepted, what is the process to get it to the Auction and the Auction Manager? Submissions are accepted during the two official check in times as indicated on the auction form. No submissions will be accepted outside those times. Items may not be shipped to the Auction Manager or the RWCS Office.
The submitting member or another RWCS member selected by the member may bring the accepted submission items during the official check in time. The member or their designee must be a current RWCS member and registered for the Convention
Is there anything else that should be brought with the submission? Yes, a submitter should also bring a self-addressed stamped envelope. This envelope will be used to mail the paid to owners check following the auction.
Who can attend the auction? Any RWCS member in good standing registered for the Convention may attend and bid at the auction.
How can I obtain a copy of the sale catalog? Catalogs are for sale during the days before the Convention from the Auction Manager, the Pottery Museum of Red Wing, and at Larry’s Jugs. They are also at Red Wing National Guard Armory Wednesday and Thursday during check in, viewing, and the auction. A limited number will also be available Thursday at registration Minnesota State College Southeast the main headquarters of the Convention..
How can I obtain a copy of the prices realized following the auction? Members attending the auction may prepay for a prices realized list at the Auction. Printed prices realized will be for sale Saturday morning at Red Wing National Guard Armoyr at the Show and Sale and at registration. If Members are unable to purchase during these times, they send payment to the Auction Manager or RWCS business office following the convention. Postage cost will apply for all mailed prices realized lists.
What opportunities are there for Members to volunteer for the Auction? There are many volunteer auction positions. Some examples include: checking in each lot, grading and inspecting, set up and tear down, viewing time watcher, catalog and prices realized sales, data entry, and much more. Contact the Auction Manager to get involved at auction@redwingcollectors.org.
FAQ FOLLOWING THE AUCTION
When will checks for consignors be mailed? The Auction Manager will make every effort to get the check to consignors before the end of July.
Who should a consignors contact if they don’t receive a check? A consignor should contact the RWCS business office with any discrepancy or check questions.
If I did not attend the auction but I would like to receive a copy of the prices realized, how can I do that? The Auction Manager will provide that information in the August RWCS Newsletter. In general, however, you can contact the Auction Manager or Business Office to find out the cost of a mailed prices realized list following the convention.
For more information or other questions regarding the Convention Auction please contact the Auction Manager or the RWCS Business Office.