About the NEAAS

Antique Firearm The New England Antique Arms Society, Inc. was founded by a small group of serious antique arms collectors and historians in 1997. We are a non-profit corporation, incorporated under the laws of the State of Connecticut.

We hold quarterly meetings at the East Farms Fire Station, 94 South Road, Farmington, Connecticut, and sponsor an annual show held the second weekend in October at the Connecticut Expo Center in Hartford. (please see our Show Information page for details concerning our annual show). 

Our objectives and purposes, as set forth in our By-laws, are:
  1. To establish in New England a permanent organization for the promotion of friendship among, and for the mutual benefit of, individuals interested in the collection, preservation, and research of antique arms (those made in or before 1898) and related artifacts.
  2. To stimulate public interest in, and appreciation for, antique arms and related artifacts, and collectors of these items.
  3. To hold regular meetings for the discussion, display, exchange, purchase, and sale of antique arms and related artifacts.
  4. To promote and uphold high ethical standards in the collecting, selling, and trading of antique arms and related artifacts.
  5. To sponsor quality shows promoting the Objectives, Purposes, and Policies of The Society.

Membership

We presently have over 225 members from across the United States and Canada.

Our membership includes prominent historians, artists, museum professionals, educators, antique arms dealers, and scores of serious collectors who enjoy sharing information and the camaraderie provided by so many people with common interests.

Membership in The Society is by invitation only. If you have a serious interest in joining us, you should speak to a member about sponsoring you.