What was your earliest National Convention?

[Jewish-collector]

Originally Posted by CurtisFlood

My favorite venue was Cleveland for a number of reasons. All of them were good shows, but Cleveland had an advantage in cheaper lodging, more space, and ease of finding places to eat.

For any attendees who drive to the shows, Cleveland is the easiest with parking right in front of the venue.

[kmac32]

1989 at Downtown Chicago

[toppcat]

Same as the OP: 1984

[bbcard1]

1988 Atlantic City. Wasn't as good as I had hoped.

[midmo]

1980 LA. My dad took me. I was 9 years old. I bought a 1953 Topps Jackie Robinson for a few bucks. It had a curved crease across his face so I upgraded it several years ago. Regret getting rid of that one just because it held memories.