Founded in 1826, Western Reserve is the ninth oldest boarding school in the United States and features beautiful 19th century architecture. Held outdoors (rain or shine), the festival takes place on Western Reserve Academy's historic campus, which provides the perfect backdrop for the exhibitors' wares. Offered for purchase is a wide variety of fine Americana, including period American furniture, Ohio antiques, early toys, wicker, garden statuary, folk art, Oriental rugs, pewter, and early 18th and 19th century items.

Each year, more than 200 volunteers present one of the area's finest antique events, showcasing over 100 exhibitors from across Ohio and nine neighboring states. This event is sponsored by the Pioneer Women's Association of WRA, which is comprised of mothers of present and former students, alumni, and other friends of Western Reserve Academy. Read an article about the Antiques Festival at Hudson Monthly.

As the major fundraising effort of the Pioneer Women, the Antiques Festival's profits provide significant funds in support of WRA's students. Past projects include tickets for cultural/literary events, leadership training, funding of a computer networking system and sponsorship of social issue programs.

Thousands of browsers and antique hunters attend the festival each year and ample free parking is provided. Sandwiches, salads, beverages and desserts are available at reasonable prices. Serious aficionados may wish to Pre-order Tickets for $28.00, which allows early shopping from 8:30-10:00 a.m., all-day admission, preferential parking and breakfast served at Ellsworth Hall on WRA's campus. Preview Breakfast.