2019 Dixons Gunmakers Fair
Join us for the 36th Annual Dixons Gunmakers Fair on July 26-28, 2019 at the Dixon’s Muzzleloading Shop in Kempton, Pennslyvania for an exposition of the work and craft of muzzleloading gun makers and associated trades from across the country. Over the years, the acclaimed show has become the summer’s premier muzzleloading event in the eastern U.S.
Dixons Gunmakers Fair
Today, the Dixon Muzzleloader Shop is recognized for being the largest walk-in muzzleloader shop in the country and has been written about in national publications. Along the way, however, it has become known most, not as a retail outlet, but rather as the muzzleloader capital of the country each year on the final full weekend in July.
Public Welcome – Free Admission
Daily Show Hours
Friday & Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location
Dixon’s Muzzleloading Shop
9952 Kunkels Mill Road
Kempton, PA 19529
(610) 756-6271
The event began as an informal, two-day weekend event where gun builders could exchange ideas and continue the traditions dating back to the pre-1700s before what became known as the “Golden Age of Muzzle Loading.” Simply dubbed the “Gunmaker’s Fair” by Dixon, others have come to preface it with their name, and the event has attracted visitors and exhibitors from all 50 states and eight foreign countries, including Great Britain, Lebanon and Australia as the Dixons Gunmakers Fair.
A Learning Place about Muzzleloading Weapons
That any event related to firearms can not only survive so long, but actually continue to grow, is seen by many as a testament to the importance people place on these historic firearms. Perhaps what is most amazing, is the emphasis the Gunmaker’s Fair is as an educational event and not as a commercial enterprise, with no charge for admission. Still, Dixon refuses to take credit for the success and down plays his role.
As gun builders from all over heard about the event, and folks traveled greater distances to attend, requests to add Friday and make it three days mounted. Now, there are events going on all day Friday, and it’s become one of the most popular days because people come wanting to be the first to pick and choose items the craftsmen and exhibitors have to offer.
Free Admission & Free Seminars
In addition to the free admission itself, there is no charge for any of the seminars, some of which are specifically designed for women and children. Seminars are Friday, from 1-3:30 p.m.; Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Sunday Awards Ceremony
Activities conclude Sunday, beginning at 2:30 p.m., with the award ceremonies that recognizes the best of the best for the hundreds of entries. As always, the highlight is the award ceremony for the muzzle loading firearms – including rifles, smoothbores and pistols – and accessories that include hunting bags, knives and tomahawks.
For More Information & the Complete Seminar Schedule
For information about this year’s Dixon Gunmakers Fair, contact the Dixon Muzzleloader Shop at (610) 756-6271 or view the complete seminar schedule.
Mark your calendar today so you don’t miss the next Dixons Gunmakers Fair on the last weekend of July at Dixon’s Muzzleloading Shop in Kempton, Pennslyvania.
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