I realize the show will never again be like it was prior to 9-11, when there were a lot of dealers from Europe and you could barely move in the hallways or the rooms with out bumping into someone.
Fortunately, I live about 20 minutes or so from the show, so travel expenses are not a...
I was at the National Sports Collectors Convention and the C2E2 show in April both shows were jam packed. I hope this bodes well for the Toy Soldiers show.
Chicago is fine, I am in Chicago all the time. The Museum of Science and Industry has the U-505 U-boat exhibit which is an excellent visit, also the 1st Division museum.
Home Run Inn Pizza is the best. I grew up a few streets away from the original location.
Just curious as to what other forum members collect beside toy soldiers. I also collect comics and comic related items and other non-military playsets that I had as a child.
Home Run Inn has always been my favorite Pizza. I grew up a few blocks away from the original location (still there). it used to be a bar with a few tables. It was a big day in the neighborhood when they tore down the original pizza parlor and built a large restaurant.
The father of one my...
According to map quest The Kane County Fairground is only 11 miles (16 minutes) from Cantigny. It is well worth the trip. I have been to Cantigny many times both the tank park and museum are well worth the trip.
The Kane County Fairgrounds would be a great place for a show. Many shows are held on the grounds including a very large toy show.
There is plenty of parking and there are a ton of restaurants just a few minutes from the fairgrounds.
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