Richmond Auctions is proud to once again partner with Rob Wolfe from American Pickers as the official presenting auction house for the 2026 Rust Belt Americana: Antique Swap & Auction. We are thrilled to bring the auction portion of this incredible weekend to life on August 7th at the Bend XPO in East Moline, Illinois.
We invite you to join us live on-site along the beautiful banks of the Mississippi River or take advantage of our convenient online bidding options. Whether you are a lifelong collector or bidding with us for the first time, we look forward to having you partake in the weekend’s excitement.
This year’s spotlighted auction features a phenomenal, deep-dive collection of rare pieces from the Johnson Oil Refining Company. Collectors will find a remarkable variety of scarce Johnson items, including highly sought-after “Time Tells” and “Winged 70” gas globes, early grease and motor oil cans, advertising clocks, salesman sample kits, and vibrant porcelain signs. It is an unmissable opportunity to acquire foundational, hard-to-find petroliana while celebrating a shared passion for preserving historic Americana.
Best of all, your participation this weekend helps drive a meaningful impact, directly supporting local students through trade scholarships. We are honored to bring these historic pieces to market and look forward to seeing many familiar faces in Illinois this August..
The auction is on site at Rust Belt Americana, located at Bend XPO, 922 Mississippi Parkway, East Moline, IL 61244. For venue and host hotel information, please visit RustBeltAmericana.com.