Convention

[dysonman1]

That would kind of be like going to Rome and not seeing the Vatican. Who has a vacuum cleaner collectors convention and doesn't plan on going to the Vacuum Cleaner Museum as part of the trip?

The factory is amazing. We should be making the cordless 8 pound Simplicity and Riccar ultra light uprights by then. They are so cool. They run almost an hour and of course are Full Sized, Full Powered cleaners. The freedom of not having a cord is awesome.

The new Wonder and Prima canisters will be on display - I'm going to love showing you all where every one of their features came from. The Museum was used extensively in its design.

Plus it will give everyone a chance to see the Maytag cleaners IN PERSON. It's a sight to see every model Simplicity, Riccar, Fuller Brush, and Maytag model in one place at the same time. Factory Outlet Store pricing and free shipping if anyone wants anything.

Also, for anyone interested, you can go through the Duplicates section in the Mezzanine section above the factory floor. Find a treasure and make me an offer. I have over three hundred machines up there. Plus the tremendous amount of obsolete bags and repair parts for all brands, makes, and models. Need a hose? I probably have it. Need an obsolete brush roller? I probably have it.

 

[sonnyndad]

I'll be there

No matter what!

 

[rugsucker]

2 great events--same week--same region

Any here that would be able to get to the convention and not see the museum/factory might find it like:Ham with out Eggs--Salt wo Pepper--Bogey wo Bacall--Astaire wo Rogers--Sears wo Roebuck--Rolls wo Royce--Funk wo Wagnals--Robbins wo Myers--Rexair wo Water--the Hoover wo the Dusting Tools--Thunder wo Lightning--AM wo FM--well you get the idea.
I would hope ALL could enjoy BOTH.

 

[kirbyloverdan]

Very well said

Tom and Jimmy the Vacuum museum / Tacony factory will be the best part of the trip a must for vacuum enthusiasts .

Dan [this post was last edited: 3/4/2015-15:26]

 

[ralph123]

Dan: I'm sorry to nitpick, but you might want to black out the address for Morgan Frazer when you post that form, unless you have his permission to post his address.

Keep up the good work on your world's longest thread.

 

[kirbyloverdan]

Jeff

You are correct I just fixed it and just posted the events part the magic of editing .

Thanks for the compliments I appreciate them .

Dan

 

[akabent]

Vacuum Convention

WOW! There is more 'advertising' here than on NBC.

I will be arriving Wednesday as well. People to see, things to do, places to go, since St Louis is also my Alma Mater! I will be back in time for the beginning of the Convention, however.

RB

 

[kirbyvertibles]

Rick, it's about time I get to see you again lol its been to long. I'm very much looking forward to the convention and this times it's so close for me. I will be coming in Wednesday late morning.

 

[gottahaveahoove]

It will be great to see Rick AND you, Phillip, once again.


Are you still looking for a "gold" HOOVER 65?

 

[akabent]

Seeing Old Friends...

Oops!! I suppose that should read "Seeing Long-time friends!"

Phillip and John, many thanks for the kind words. I am really looking forwward to the Convention and catching up with many people. I just might be the first in line at the Registration table Thursday afternoon when the Convention begins. So glad you both will be there as well. And remember:

"Nothing sucks like an Electrolux"
"Happy Hoovering"
RB

 

[alexb1186]

I got three months to make this presentable

Bring your digging clothes and empty car trunks for my garage, I want to see floor in there when all
Is said and done!

 

[dysonman1]

I'll help you get it all sorted out Alex. There's a yellow Eureka canister, a Power Drive Hoover, and a Rainbow carton that would look good in the Museum. We could get Bob, Donnie, Myself, Evan, Jimmy and Derreck together at your house for lunch one Saturday soon - and help get the garage presentable for your luncheon.

 

[marukap]

Rats!

Looks like I won't even be in town that weekend. Hope you all enjoy yourselves and I'll look forward to the next time I can see my vac friends.

Marty K.

 

[ohiovac]

Going to be lots of fun!!

 

[jayelux]

Reminder to Register!

If you haven't already registered, please do so. If you aren't a member, no problem. Join! Then register. Link to the registration form is at the top of this thread.
Looking forward to seeing everyone in St Louis!
Jay

 

[vacmom]

Hotel parking

The hotel has complimentary parking for the vacuum conventioneers.  They were telling folks it was $10 a day when making reservations but it is free.  If you have any problems with reservations please let me know.  Barb

 

[kloveland]

Thanks for the update Barb.

The convention is going to be so much fun! With at least three new faces that I know of.

Kenny

 

[kirbyvertibles]

Yes John I am very much still wanting a golden 65.

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Well.............. GOOD!

Because I have one with your name on it.  I have to clean it up..  Will you be at the convention? If so,  I can bring it there for you. It will eliminate "shipping". We'll talk.


 John


 

 

[kirbyvertibles]

Hi John, yes i'm coming. It's only a few hour drive for me. I sent you an email but don't know if I have your current email. Anyhow thanks a million an we will have to chat soon