Mark your calendar: HCEA’s annual International Convention and Old Equipment Exposition slated for Aug. 16-18

Updated Jun 12, 2013
This restored Erie B steam shovel will be on display at the 2013 International Convention and Old Equipment Exposition in Wilmington, Illinois.This restored Erie B steam shovel will be on display at the 2013 International Convention and Old Equipment Exposition in Wilmington, Illinois.

There’s nothing better than vintage equipment and if you love it as much as we do, this event is a can’t-miss.

The Historical Construction Equipment Association’s annual International Convention and Old Equipment Exposition will be held August 16-18 at 19800 West Arsenal Road, east of Wilmington, Illinois.

The show features displays of horse-drawn, steam, gas and diesel-powered construction equipment, antique trucks, tractors and more.

The show is open to the public. Show hours are Friday, 9:00 to dusk, Saturday, 9 to 5 and Sunday 9 to 3. Admission for persons over 12 is $8.00 daily or a $15.00 weekend pass; free admission for local 150 members and children under 12.