Why Did the Liberty Antique Festival Move? Founders Step Down and Truth Behind the Relocation
By Elena Rostova
Q1: Why did the festival leave its longtime Staley farm site?
A1: The move occurred because founders Vito and Mary Sico, along with Janet Hill, decided to retire from active operations after the spring 2026 market, which prompted an ownership transition and relocation to an updated facility in nearby Ramseur.
Q2: Is the event still held twice a year?
A2: Yes. The gathering continues on its traditional biannual calendar, hosting a spring edition in late April or early May and a fall event in late September.
Q3: How far is the Ramseur location from the original Pike Family Farm?
A3: The new grounds sit approximately 12 miles south of the original Staley address, keeping the festival firmly inside Randolph County's historic antiquing district.
Q4: Are reproductions or modern crafts allowed under the new management?
A4: No. New ownership retained the founding team's vetting guidelines, prohibiting modern reproductions, craft goods, and ordinary garage-sale inventory.
Elena Rostova holds a Master's degree in Public Health Journalism. She covers groundbreaking medical research, holistic wellness trends, mental health awareness, and nutritional science.
