# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Photographica Show, Sale & Auction
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join the Michigan Photographic Historical Society for Photographica 2026: Photographic Show, Sale, and Auction on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at the Royal Oak Elks Lodge!
Photographica brings together collectors, photographers, dealers, historians, and enthusiasts for a day dedicated to photography past and present.
📷 Shop & Explore
Browse approximately 31 tables featuring vintage cameras, lenses, accessories, photographic images, books, collectibles, and more. Featured exhibitors include the Argus Museum and Detroit Stereographic Society.
💰 Sell Gear
Bring vintage cameras, lenses, accessories, books, photographic images, and other photography-related items to the show and connect directly with collectors and dealers who may be interested in buying them.
🔨 Live Auction
A live auction will be held at 2pm with approximately 75 lots anticipated. Attendees must be admitted to the show and registered as bidders to participate. Auction previews and featured items will be announced closer to the event.
⭐ Vendors Wanted
Vendor tables are still available.
• 8-foot table: $70
• MiPHS member price: $60
Contact MiPHS early to reserve your space.
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Event Details
📅 Sunday, October 4, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM–3:00 PM (No early entry)
📍 Royal Oak Elks Lodge
2401 E. Fourth St., Royal Oak, MI
🎟️ Admission: $6
📧 $5 when you provide your email address
🎓 FREE for students and MiPHS members
Not a member yet? New memberships will be available at the show for $25 (regularly $40.)
🚗 Free on-site parking, plus ample nearby street parking.
For vendor tables or event information:
Chuck Fehl: 248-318-3771
Dietmar Haenchen: 734-353-0464
📧 miphs.michigan@gmail.com
🌐 miphs.org
Come buy, sell, collect, learn, and connect while helping preserve and celebrate the history of photography.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/royal-oak/photographica-show-sale-and-auction/200030670435153
- **Event Categories**: photography
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 86

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Royal Oak
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Royal Oak Detroit Elks Lodge, 2401 E. Fourth St. Royal Oak
- **lat**: 42.48824
- **long**: -83.1165
- **full address**: Royal Oak Detroit Elks Lodge, 2401 E. Fourth St. Royal Oak, 2401 E 4th St, Royal Oak, MI 48067-3927, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Photographica Show, Sale & Auction being held?
  - **A:** Photographica Show, Sale & Auction takes place on Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Royal Oak Detroit Elks Lodge, 2401 E. Fourth St. Royal Oak, 2401 E 4th St, Royal Oak, MI 48067-3927, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Photographica Show, Sale & Auction?
  - **A:** Photographica Show, Sale & Auction is organized by Michigan Photographic Historical Society.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Photographica Show, Sale & Auction is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Royal Oak, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 80+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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