Antique Music Players at the Chicagoland Show

Antique phonograph display featuring a large Victor-style wooden horn gramophone, a green metal Zon-O-Phone, and a “His Master’s Voice” RCA dog statue at the Chicagoland Coin-Op Show.

Explore the Golden Age of Sound Through Antique Music Players There’s a certain kind of reverence reserved for the pioneers of sound, those who brought music into homes long before Spotify and streaming. At the Chicagoland Antique Advertising, Slot Machine & Jukebox Show, the Antique Audio & Music Players were nothing short of an auditory…

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Vintage Jukeboxes at the Chicagoland Show

Wurlitzer Victory jukebox from World War II era featuring red, white, and blue patriotic artwork and octagonal cabinet design.

Vintage Jukeboxes Take Center Stage at the Chicagoland Show For many collectors, jukeboxes are more than just machines, they’re kinetic sculptures of Americana. At the May 2025 Chicagoland Antique Advertising, Slot Machine & Jukebox Show, the glow of glass pilasters, the gleam of chrome, and the rhythmic click of selection mechanisms brought a timeless charm…

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Coin-Op Americana at the Chicagoland Show

Lineup of vintage slot machines including colorful three-reel and ornate cast-iron models, on display at the Chicagoland Coin-Op Show.

Coin-Op Americana Shines at the Chicagoland Antique Show In a dazzling collision of nostalgia and kinetic charm, the Coin-Op Americana exhibit at the Chicagoland Antique Advertising, Slot Machine & Jukebox Show was a sensory celebration of pre-digital entertainment. For collectors of mechanical wonders slot machines, penny arcades, vending marvels, and restored pinball games, this was…

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Vintage Toys – Toyland & Childhood Memories

Vintage lunch boxes including Porky's Lunch Wagon.

A Timeless Tribute to Vintage Toys and Childhood Collectibles There’s something timeless about vintage toys. They’re more than playthings; they’re anchors to a cherished past. At the Chicagoland Antique Advertising, Slot Machine & Jukebox Show, this nostalgia came alive in vibrant detail. The Toyland & Childhood Memories section was a feast of nostalgic collectables that…

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Vintage Signs & Advertising at the Chicagoland Show

Bomb-shaped neon sign featuring WWII-style pinup art of a woman in bunny ears with the text 'Bombin’ Bunny' on a glossy, patriotic-themed background.

A Collector’s Dreamscape of Vintage Signs For those who appreciate the luminous glow of a well-aged neon sign or the tactile charm of enamel-painted tin, the Vintage Signs & Advertising section at the Chicagoland Antique Advertising, Slot Machine & Jukebox Show was an electrifying highlight. Overflowing with visual storytelling, this segment offered a masterclass in…

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Chicagoland Antique Advertising Jukebox Show – May 2025

Chicagoland Antique Advertising, Slot Machine & Jukebox Show May 2025.

Farewell Grayslake – A Tribute to the Final Show at Lake County Fairgrounds As the doors closed for the final time at the Lake County Fairgrounds, the May 2025 Chicagoland Antique Advertising Jukebox Show marked the end of an era. For decades, Grayslake served as a nexus for collectors, historians, and connoisseurs of Americana. This…

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Victory Visits Europe: A Rockin’ Journey through Jukebox History

Rosmalen Rock Around the Jukebox show 2024

Rosmalen Rock Around the Jukebox show Last fall, Aaron Schmitt and Ed Owens of Victory Jukebox embarked on an unforgettable European journey, attending the renowned Rosmalen Rock Around the Jukebox show on Oktober 5-6, 2024. This iconic event, held annually in the Netherlands, attracts jukebox enthusiasts, collectors, and industry leaders from around the globe, offering…

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From Seeburg to Stern – A Legacy of Innovation

Ed Owens and Aaron Schmidt talking with Gary Stern at the Chicago Pinball Expo 2024.

Victory Glass Connects the Legacy of Seeburg Jukeboxes and Stern Pinball   At the Chicago Pinball Expo 2025, a significant conversation took place – one that bridged the past and future of jukebox innovation. Aaron Schmitt and Ed Owens of Victory Glass sat down with Gary Stern, founder of Stern Pinball, to discuss one of…

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