No more Fort Washington show???

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Posted By: Pennsylvania Ted

Barry

I can appreciate you comments regarding the snack area,
as I recall that your table was located opposite it. And,
your recollection is correct, Wayne Miller left the hobby
before the Philly Show switched to Ft. Washington.

In fact, I think I can still recall the exact location of most of
the major dealers in the Willow Grove facility back in the 1980's.
It's amazing how much a part of our lives the Willow Grove Show
was back then; and, still is in the abstract of our memories.

There was a great seafood restaurant just behind the facility
by the name of "The Boston Sea Party". It offered 2 "piers" of
seafood to choose from (all that you could eat - buffet style).
And, a 3rd pier which offered a large selection of really great
deserts....all for only $16 per person.

Then this franchise (for unknown reasons) closed in 1986. And,
a Marriott Courtyard was built in its place. That turned out to
a welcomed change, since many dealers (and collectors) could
now stay in better accomodations than the old Geo. Washington
Motor Lodge.