What are Rosemont and International Collectibles Expositions?
Rosemont is short for the International Collectible Exposition held in Rosemont, Illinois (on the outskirts of Chicago). The name of the company putting on the event was McRand, but it is now owned by Krause Publications. It’s the biggest annual gathering of figurine collectors and artists and a must for any collector who can afford it. Dean Griff does signings there, and Fitz and Floyd usually has special events planned and releases new information. In 1998, a special piece was offered only at Rosemont and Edison, A Collection of Friends. It was limited to 7,500 pieces. I have some highlights from Rosemont in 1998. Another International Collectible Exposition is held each year and rotates between the east and west coasts. In 1998, it was held in Edison, New Jersey, and in 1999, it was held in Long Beach, California. It is similar to Rosemont, only a little smaller, and is put on by the same people, McRand. A Collection of Friends was also offered there in 1998. I have some highlights
