Back for more of the extraordinary and unexpected!
Last year, more than 500 guests visited the Arkansas PBS studios for an evaluation of their heirlooms, collectibles, and garage sale finds, eager to learn more about them.
In April 2025, Arkansas PBS’s popular original series, “Arkansas Treasures,” is returning for another round of filming the extraordinary and unexpected.
Register now to reserve your spot for the two-day taping event at the Arkansas PBS Studios in Conway on April 12-13, 2025.
Registration is required to attend the event. Walk-ins cannot be accommodated. A limited number of free lottery tickets will be made available closer to the April 2025 taping dates. Check back here for updates.
Do you know what's in your attic?
Don’t miss your chance to meet with a professional evaluator to find out if that item tucked away in the attic is worth more than just sentimental value! On April 12-13, 2025, a team of highly experienced evaluators will be on-site to hear your stories, share their expertise, and provide an evaluation of your prized possessions.*
*For entertainment purposes only.
How to participate:
Stay tuned for your reserved time slot!
A registration fee of $120 provides admission for two people and evaluation of two items total; not per person. A registration fee of $150 provides admission for two people and evaluation of three items total; not per person.
Your donation also includes a year-long Arkansas PBS membership, a subscription to Arkansas PBS Passport for on-demand streaming of your favorite programs, and one year of the Arkansas PBS Magazine with the latest programming, news, and highlights.
Registration is required to attend the event. Walk-ins cannot be accommodated. A limited number of free lottery tickets will be made available closer to the April 2025 taping dates. Check back here for updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What can I bring?
Depending on your registration fee, you and your guest may bring two items for evaluation (for $120 registration fee) or three items for evaluation (for $150 registration fee). The item counts are based on a pair of tickets for you and your guest; not 2-3 items per individual.
Examples of items that can be brought for evaluation include artwork, books and historic documents, jewelry, toys and games, Civil War memorabilia, mineralogy and gemstones, agricultural collectibles, and antique firearms and edged weapons*.
Your items will receive an oral evaluation from one of our professional evaluators. Evaluations are for entertainment purposes only, and no written appraisals will be provided. You and your guest may not bring any additional items unless each of you registers separately as attendees.
*Antique firearms must not be loaded; antique firearms and edged weapons will be inspected upon arrival.
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What restrictions are there?
Items cannot exceed 50 pounds and must be easily carried by hand. For liability reasons, Arkansas PBS’s staff and volunteers are not permitted to assist with items. No items may be left unattended. Arkansas PBS’s professional evaluators will not evaluate coins, currency, stamps, vehicles, explosives, ammunition of any kind, glass fire extinguishers, or items containing hazardous materials. Antique firearms must not be loaded; antique firearms and edged weapons will be inspected upon arrival.
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When is the taping?
Saturday, April 12 and Sunday, April 13 of 2025. Registrants will be assigned a date and time slot.
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Where is the taping?
Arkansas PBS Studios, 350 S. Donaghey Ave., Conway, Arkansas. Our studios are on the campus of the University of Central Arkansas.
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What do I do when I arrive?
When you arrive, signs and volunteers will direct you to the parking and registration areas.
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Will I be on TV?
Our evaluators work with the production team to select the most interesting, unique and valuable objects. If one of your items is selected for the show, you will be escorted to the holding area to await your appearance with an evaluator in front of the cameras. If you are selected to share one of your items on camera, your time commitment may extend beyond the initial time slot you were assigned.
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Does my companion need to be registered?
No. Registered attendees may bring a guest. Your companion does not need to be registered and you do not need to submit their name. However, companions cannot bring additional items to be evaluated. Each collector and companion may bring a total of 2-3 items based on your registration fee ($120 for 2 items; $150 for 3 items).
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May I bring an item to be evaluated without registering in advance?
No. To provide a fair, secure, and efficient experience, we require all attendees to register in advance.
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Does it matter what day or time I show up?
Yes. Hundreds of people will attend the event. Scheduled timeframes enable us to provide a safe, fun, and efficient experience for everyone. Please check in during your allotted time. If you are selected to share one of your items on camera, your time commitment may extend beyond the initial time slot you were assigned.
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Does my item need to be from Arkansas or a nearby region?
Although items with local connections are of particular interest, we welcome collectibles from anywhere in the world.
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Can you evaluate my item if I send a photo and skip the event?
Only items that are brought to the studio (by a registered attendee) will receive an evaluation.
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What constitutes a “collection”?
A collection is a group of closely related items. Registrants are allowed a maximum of 2-3 items based on your registration fee ($120 for 2 items; $150 for 3 items); however, a collection may be considered a single item. For example, a baseball card collection or set of portraits by the same artist would be considered one item. Paintings by a variety of artists would be considered separate items. If the objects comprising your collection are bulky, please only bring a representative sampling of the collection – we have limited space.