Do you suspect that garage sale find might be more than just a pretty picture? Do you wonder about the value of a family heirloom? Find the answers at Museum of Ventura County’s Appraisal Day, Tuesday, August 30, where you can get a verbal auction estimate of worth from the experts at Bonhams & Butterfields. The event hours are 10:00 a.m. to noon, and 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., in the museum’s Martin V. and Martha K. Smith Pavilion, 100 East Main Street in downtown Ventura.

The cost is $5.00 per item for members and $10 for non-members (memberships will be available for purchase at the door). There is a limit of 5 items per person, although a china piece representing a set is considered one item. Appraisal Day is always well attended, so bring a hat or sunscreen and plan on plenty of time to wait outside. First come, first served; no appointments available.

Estimates are given in the following categories only: Asian art; books and manuscripts; California, American & European paintings; silver; furniture & decorative art; fine jewelry & timepieces; fine prints; African, Oceanic, and Pre-Columbian (not Native American); and entertainment memorabilia. For further information contact Robin Woodworth, Director of Development at (805) 653-0323 ex 309, or development@venturamuseum.org.

Proceeds from this event will support the Museum’s education and family programs, and special acquisitions.