Antiques Roadshow 1997
What is Antiques Roadshow?
The television series "Antiques Roadshow" is based on a popular BBC series that has been running since 1979. The show combines history and discovery by visiting various cities to appraise items brought in by viewers.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1997
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 670
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 9, 1997
- Last aired
- May 11, 2026
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- PBS
- Genres
- Documentary
- Updated
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Overview
The television series "Antiques Roadshow" is based on a popular BBC series that has been running since 1979. The show combines history and discovery by visiting various cities to appraise items brought in by viewers. The items are examined to determine their potential value, often exceeding the expectations of their owners. The show's format involves a team of experts who evaluate the historical significance and monetary worth of the items. The goal is to uncover the hidden value of these items, providing an entertaining and educational experience for the viewers. The show's focus on history and discovery makes it a unique and engaging program.
Should you watch it?
“Ordinary people discover the hidden value of their treasured possessions.”
- Learn the fascinating stories behind everyday objects
- Discover how much your own items might be worth
- Enjoy the joy and surprise on people's faces
- Pacing may feel slow to some viewers
- Focus on appraisals might not appeal to all audiences
You're curious about the stories and values hidden in everyday antiques.
Suitable for all ages with a gentle, educational approach.
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Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Chicago, Illinois Mytharc Jan 9, 1997
- E2 Seattle, Washington Core Jan 16, 1997
- E3 Denver, Colorado Core Jan 23, 1997
- E4 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Core Jan 30, 1997
- E5 San Antonio, Texas Core Feb 6, 1997
- E6 Southfield, Michigan Core Feb 13, 1997
- E7 Minneapolis, Minnesota Core Feb 20, 1997
- E8 Albuquerque, New Mexico Core Feb 27, 1997
- E9 Concord, Massachusetts Core Mar 6, 1997
- E10 College Park, Maryland Core Apr 10, 1997
- E11 Kansas City, Missouri Core Apr 17, 1997
- E12 Durham, North Carolina Mytharc Apr 24, 1997
- E13 Greenwich, Connecticut Mytharc May 1, 1997
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 Secaucus, N.J. Mytharc Jan 19, 1998
- E2 Secaucus, N.J. Core Jan 26, 1998
- E3 Cincinnati, Ohio Core Feb 2, 1998
- E4 Atlanta Core Feb 9, 1998
- E5 Atlanta Core Feb 16, 1998
- E6 San Francisco Core Feb 23, 1998
- E7 San Francisco Core Mar 2, 1998
- E8 Pittsburgh Core Mar 23, 1998
- E9 Pittsburgh Core Mar 23, 1998
- E10 Dallas, Texas Core Apr 6, 1998
- E11 Phoenix Core Apr 13, 1998
- E12 Phoenix Mytharc Apr 20, 1998
- E13 Nashville Mytharc May 4, 1998
Season 3 · 16 episodes
- E1 Richmond, Va.: Hour 1 Mytharc Jan 18, 1999
- E2 Richmond, Va.: Hour 2 Core Jan 25, 1999
- E3 Los Angeles: Hour 1 Core Feb 1, 1999
- E4 Los Angeles: Hour 2 Core Feb 8, 1999
- E5 Milwaukee: Hour 1 Core Feb 15, 1999
- E6 Milwaukee: Hour 2 Core Feb 22, 1999
- E7 Rochester, N.Y.: Hour 1 Core Mar 22, 1999
- E8 Rochester, N.Y.: Hour 2 Core Mar 29, 1999
- E9 Houston: Hour 1 Core Apr 5, 1999
- E10 Houston: Hour 2 Core Apr 12, 1999
- E11 Louisville: Hour 1 Core Apr 19, 1999
- E12 Louisville: Hour 2 Core Apr 26, 1999
- E13 Portland, Ore.: Hour 1 Core May 10, 1999
- E14 Portland, Ore.: Hour 2 Core May 17, 1999
- E15 Hartford, Conn.: Hour 1 Mytharc May 24, 1999
- E16 Hartford, Conn.: Hour 2 Mytharc May 31, 1999
Season 4 · 17 episodes
- E1 Columbus, Ohio: Hour 1 Mytharc Jan 10, 2000
- E2 Columbus, Ohio: Hour 2 Core Jan 17, 2000
- E3 Birmingham, Ala.: Hour 1 Core Jan 24, 2000
- E4 Birmingham, Ala.: Hour 2 Core Jan 31, 2000
- E5 Tampa: Hour 1 Core Feb 7, 2000
- E6 Tampa: Hour 2 Core Feb 14, 2000
- E7 Providence, R.I.: Hour 1 Core Feb 21, 2000
- E8 Providence, R.I.: Hour 2 Core Feb 28, 2000
- E9 Special Edition Core Mar 1, 2000
- E10 Baltimore: Hour 1 Core Mar 27, 2000
- E11 Baltimore: Hour 2 Core Apr 3, 2000
- E12 Toronto: Hour 1 Core Apr 10, 2000
- E13 Toronto: Hour 2 Core Apr 17, 2000
- E14 Salt Lake City: Hour 1 Core Apr 24, 2000
- E15 Salt Lake City: Hour 2 Core May 1, 2000
- E16 Des Moines, Iowa: Hour 1 Mytharc May 22, 2000
- E17 Des Moines, Iowa: Hour 2 Mytharc May 29, 2000
Season 5 · 25 episodes
- E1 St. Louis, Missouri: Hour 1 Mytharc Jan 8, 2001
- E2 St. Louis, Missouri: Hour 2 Core Jan 15, 2001
- E3 St. Louis, Missouri: Hour 3 Core Jan 22, 2001
- E4 Charleston, South Carolina: Hour 1 Core Jan 29, 2001
- E5 Charleston, South Carolina: Hour 2 Core Feb 5, 2001
- E6 Charleston, South Carolina: Hour 3 Core Feb 12, 2001
- E7 Austin, Texas: Hour 1 Core Feb 19, 2001
- E8 Austin, Texas: Hour 2 Core Feb 26, 2001
- E9 Denver: Hour 1 Core Mar 26, 2001
- E10 Denver: Hour 2 Core Apr 2, 2001
- E11 Denver: Hour 3 Core Apr 9, 2001
- E12 Madison, Wisconsin: Hour 1 Core Apr 16, 2001
- E13 Madison, Wisconsin: Hour 2 Core Apr 23, 2001
- E14 Madison, Wisconsin: Hour 3 Core Apr 30, 2001
- E15 Tulsa, Oklahoma: Hour 1 Core May 7, 2001
- E16 Tulsa, Oklahoma: Hour 2 Core May 14, 2001
- E17 Tulsa, Oklahoma: Hour 3 Core May 21, 2001
- E18 Boston: Hour 1 Core Oct 5, 2001
- E19 Boston: Hour 2 Core Oct 12, 2001
- E20 Boston: Hour 3 Core Oct 19, 2001
- E21 Sacramento, California: Hour 1 Core Oct 22, 2001
- E22 Sacramento, California: Hour 2 Core Oct 29, 2001
- E23 Las Vegas: Hour 1 Core Nov 5, 2001
- E24 Las Vegas: Hour 2 Mytharc Nov 12, 2001
- E25 Las Vegas: Hour 3 Mytharc Nov 19, 2001
Frequently asked questions
How are items selected for appraisal?
Viewers bring their own items to the event for free appraisals by experts.
Do people usually know the value of their items?
Most people are surprised by the appraised values, often discovering items are worth much more or less than expected.
Are the appraisals accurate?
Experts provide professional estimates based on current market values and item condition.
How often does the show air?
The show typically airs new episodes annually featuring different cities and items.
Can I get my own items appraised on the show?
Viewers can attend public filming events in selected cities to have their items appraised.
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