Advertise with the Journal of Antiques & Collectibles
Reach Dealers, Collectors & Enthusiasts Across the Antique Marketplace
The Journal of Antiques & Collectibles is a nationally recognized publication connecting both sides of the antiques and vintage marketplace—buyers and sellers. Our hybrid platform combines the best of print, digital, and e-newsletter publishing, ensuring your message reaches highly targeted and engaged audiences across multiple channels.
Who Reads the Journal?
Our readers are active participants in the antique, vintage, and collectibles world:
- Antique dealers, auction houses & shop owners
- Show promoters & flea market organizers
- Collectors, antiquers & history lovers
- Vintage enthusiasts & lifelong learners
With 65,000+ monthly website visitors, 5,000+ digital subscribers, 4,500+ newsletter readers, and thousands of print readers, we deliver a multi-channel presence that drives visibility, engagement, and results.
Why Advertise With Us?
Multi-Channel Distribution
- Print Magazine – Seasonal issues distributed nationwide at antique shops, shows, and flea markets.
- Digital Magazine – Monthly editions are direct-emailed to our opt-in subscriber base of collectors and trade professionals.
- Post-Press Update Newsletter – Twice-monthly e-newsletter sent to 4,500+ targeted readers featuring fresh marketplace news, ads, and resources.
- Website – 65,000+ monthly visitors seeking auction listings, show directories, shop guides, and collector resources.
- Social Media –Over 4,500 active followers engage with various content and promotional initiatives, resulting in more than 115,000 views each month.
Content That Inspires Engagement
We provide unique opportunities for advertisers to connect with audiences through:
- Editorial Features: Topic-focused articles written by collectors, curators, and industry experts.
- Auction Insights: Popular columns like Gavels ’n Paddles and What’s Selling on eBay.
- Marketplace Resources: Show directories, shop finders, and collector club listings.
- Show Guides: Exclusive advertising in our annual industry-wide Show Directory and Brimfield Show Guide.
The Journal Advantage
When you advertise with us, you don’t just reach readers—you reach the market:
- Dealers looking to sell
- Collectors looking to buy
- Vendors looking to source, explore, and learn
Our content, guides, and resources make us the go-to publication for the antiques, vintage, and collectibles marketplace.
SEO Benefits for Advertisers
- High-ranking content: Our digital platform and articles are optimized for search terms like antiques for sale, antique shows 2026, vintage, collectibles, and auction results.
- Link opportunities: Sponsored listings and ads drive traffic directly to your site.
- Long-term visibility: Articles, guides, and directories remain searchable online, extending your reach long after publication.
For more information and to speak to an advertising representative, don’t hesitate to get in touch at info@joac.online
2026 Show Directory Media Kit
About the Show Directory
The Show Directory is a nationally distributed, printed, and digital resource dedicated to antique, vintage, and collectible shows and markets across the U.S. It reaches thousands of dealers, collectors, and shopkeepers, making it the ultimate planning tool for the year ahead.
Listing your show ensures your event is seen, shared, and attended. Advertising packages increase visibility on the website and in the Journal of Antiques and Collectibles Magazine.
Listing Options
- Standard Listing – $50
Include your show information in the 2026 Show Directory and our online Show Calendar. - Digital Ad – $150
Add a 225×225 px digital ad on our homepage under Upcoming Shows for 30 days before your event.
Advertising Packages
Featured Advertiser – $799
Perfect for promoters looking for multiple events and strong visibility.
- 6 show listings included ($300 Value)
- FREE half-page ad in the Show Directory ($550 Value)
- Rotating 225x225px ad on homepage (Upcoming Shows) for 30 days before each listed show ($900 Value)
- 15% OFF all additional ads placed in the Journal of Antiques and Collectibles (print or digital)
Premier Advertiser – $1499
Maximum exposure for promoters with ongoing or large-scale events.
- Unlimited show listings ($600+ Value)
- FREE full-page ad in the Show Directory ($700 Value)
- Rotating 225x225px ad on homepage (Upcoming Shows) for the entire year ($1800 Value)
- Rotating 225x225px ad under the Monthly Calendar on the Show Calendar page for the entire year
- 25% OFF all additional ads placed in the Journal of Antiques and Collectibles (print or digital)
2026 Advertising Rates
(Show Directory & Journal of Antiques and Collectibles)
| Ad Size | Dimensions | Price |
| Full Page | 9″ w x 12″ h | $700 |
| Half Page | 9″ w x 5 7/8″ h | $550 |
| Quarter Page | 4 3/8″ w x 5 7/8″ h | $375 |
| Eighth Page | 4 3/8″ w x 2 7/8″ h | $225 |
- Smaller ads are available on a monthly contract basis. (Three-month minimum)