Plan now to attend the National Knife Collectors Association 5th Annual NW Georgia Knife Show, Friday, March 7th, Saturday, March 8th; or Sunday, March 9th, 2008. Print out and bring the card (graphic) with you and receive $2.00 off your $7.00 admission price.

NW GA Trace & Conv. Center
2211 Dug Gap Battle Road
Dalton, GA
Exit #333, Off I-75

• Friday, Noon – 6:00 pm
• Saturday, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
• Sunday, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
• For further info, call (423) 240-3371

Coupon Expiration date: Monday, 3/10/08

FREE PARKING & DOOR PRIZES

N.K.C.A.

Buy, Sell, & Trade with Knife Dealers from all over the country!

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The National Knife Collectors Association is a not-for-profit organization, established in 1972, to promote the hobby of knife collecting.  Membership in the NKCA is $28.00 to join and then only $25.00 each year to renew your dues. 

All new members joining now will receive a FREE copy of "Counterfeiting Antique Cutlery."  This 500+ page book retails for $29.95 and will help teach you how to distinguish counterfeit knives which are somtimes sold in the cutlery market. 

As a member of the NKCA, you will also receive our monthly publication, the NKCA GAZETTE, along with the opportunity to purchase our very limited edition NKCA Annual Club Knives, sold only to members!  You will receive FREE ADMISSION to all NKCA Sponsored and Sanctioned Knife Shows throughout the country.  A reduced table rent fee is given to all NKCA Members who purchase sale and display tables at our knife shows.  You will have the opportunity to vote in all NKCA and National Knife Museum Elections and you can take pride in knowing that your annual dues go toward supporting the hobby of knife collecting.   

Please visit us online at www.NKCAknife.org or call us, Monday through Friday, 9am-4pm EST, at (423) 875-6009.  You can also e-mail us at NKCALisa@hotmail.com. 

We welcome you to join and participate in the oldest world-wide association dedicated entirely to promoting the hobby of knife collecting!

          National Knife Museum Located on the Mezzanine Level at Smoky Mountain Knife Works In Sevierville, Tennessee

     The National Knife Museum, Inc. is a non-profit, 501-c-3, educational corporation, founded in 1981, by the members of the National Knife Collectors Association (est. in 1972).  Our “New” Museum opened on November 29^th, 2006, on the mezzanine level of Smoky Mtn Knife Works in Sevierville, Tennessee. Our original Museum was located In Chattanooga, Tennessee.  We do not charge admission; therefore we encourage people of all ages to visit us, absolutely FREE of charge, and learn about the history of cutlery!  Our new Museum offers many exciting and educational exhibits and can be enjoyed by people of all ages!

   The National Knife Museum provides the opportunity for the viewing public to be made aware of the major role played by cutlery in the development of human cultures world-wide.  The principal exhibit, “The Cutlery Time-Line,” provides the visitor a million-year walk with the “knife” revealing its importance as the most important human made tool, highlighting some major cutlery developments and events along the way.

   The American Cutlery industry was founded mainly by the English and German immigrates from the early 19^th to mid-20^th centuries.  These early skilled European cutlers were the providers of cutlery to our colonies.  Our Museum exhibits present a historic context of knives during this time period.  Exotic cutlery from around the world is noted in several displays to help increase awareness of cutlery from many different cultures.  Additionally, custom, handmade knives are also exhibited, representing some of the most advanced forms of knifemaking, design, and artistry of some of our earliest custom knifemakers.

   To enhance our visitors’ scope, television/DVD units are provided along the “time-line” and also placed along other strategic locations, including our “Little Theater,” a demonstration area, a library (viewed by appointment only), and other amenities that illustrate the historic importance of the KNIFE and its continued importance in our everyday lives.

   It is noted the Museum is supported entirely by donations; any monetary gifts are greatly appreciated.  We depend and rely on these donations to support the Museum staff, maintenance of the collections, and equipment, as well as the development of new and exciting exhibits. 

   Thank you for visiting our “NEW” National Knife Museum and we appreciate your continued dedication and support!

The National Knife Collectors Association (NKCA) will be holding it’s Annual FALL KENTUCKY KNIFE SHOW, October 26th-28th, at the Paroquet Springs Conference Center, located at 395 Paroquet Springs Rd, Shepherdsville, KY, 40165. This is off Exit #117, off I-65.

Hotel accommodations have been secured for our knife group at the  Best Western Hotel, also located just off Exit 117.  For discounted hotel rates call the hotel prior to 10/15/07 at 502-543-7097 ($59.40 to $65.70). If any further info is needed you can contact us at (423) 875-6009, or by e-mail me at NKCALisa@hotmail.com.

Admission is $7 per day or $10 for a weekend pass.  Children under 12 are admitted free with each paid adult admission.  NKCA Members are admitted free of charge and if you’re not yet a member, you can join for only $28 and receive free admission to this show in addition to all NKCA KNIFE SHOWS for one ful year, PLUS, the "Counterfeiting Antique Cutlery" book (which retails for $29.95) absolutely FREE! 

If you print this Press Release and bring it with you to the Show, you’ll receive $2.00 off your paid admission.  

Show Hours:  Friday, Noon-6pm; Saturday 9am-6pm; & Sunday, 9am-2pm. Admission is $7 per day or you can join as an NKCA member at the show and receive FREE admission! 

A knife auction will be held on Saturday evening at 6:30PM and this auction is open to the public.

We hope to see you at the knife show the last weekend in October!