A Preview Benefit Cocktail Party for the 2016 East Hampton Antiques Show was held on the evening of Friday, July 22nd on the bucolic grounds of Mulford Farm in the heart of East Hampton Village. Guests had the opportunity to meet with Aerin Lauder — designer, tastemaker, and modern day–style icon — who served as the Honorary Chairperson, as well as enjoy an early buying opportunity of the impressive array of antiques, art, jewelry, and collectibles. Ticket proceeds benefitted the East Hampton Historical Society.

Among the guests were Jo Carole and Ronald Lauder, Eric Zinterhofer, Kelly Klein, Charlotte Moss, Richard Meier, Susan Wood, Kendell Cronstrom and Alejandro Saralegui.

The East Hampton Antiques Show was held the following Saturday and Sunday, July 23 to 24, 2016. Celebrating its 10th Anniversary, the East Hampton Antiques Show is widely recognized as the premier antiques event on eastern Long Island and a highlight of the East Hampton arts and social calendar. Over 50 distinguished art and antique dealers participated, offering a diverse assemblage of rare and unique items for the home and garden. The show received over two thousand visitors.

The 2016 East Hampton Antiques Show was made possible in part by the generous support of BNY Mellon Wealth Management, Domaine Franey Wines & Spirits, Hamptons Cottages & Gardens, and Charlie & Sons. The show was managed by Ferguson & D’Arruda of New England. Catering was provided by Brent Newsom and live music at the Preview Cocktail Party was performed by Jane Hastay and Peter Martin Weiss.