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The 2009 Hudson-Fulton-Champlain Quadricentennial Stamp Exposition (StampExpo 400), sponsored by the New York Federation of Philatelic Societies, is the final official commissioned event of New York State’s year-long anniversary celebration in honor of these three great men and their accomplishments. The September 25–27 dates of the StampExpo 400 match those of the 1909 Hudson–Fulton Celebration and the September 25 release of the two-cent Hudson–Fulton Stamp (Scott No. 372 and 373). It will be held on the concourse of the Empire State Plaza in Albany, New York. This signature event of the Quadricentennial celebration is being held in conjunction with the New York State Hudson–Fulton–Champlain Quadricentennial Commission. An APS-Recognized National ShowThe APS Board of Directors voted unanimously on November 17, 2008 to declare StampExpo 400 an APS-recognized national show. Entrants winning vermeil or gold awards will be eligible for FIP international competition. Greetings From the ChairmanStampExpo 400 chairman is Conrad Novick of Albany. “The quadricentennial is a national event of historical importance. We encourage everyone — individual, organization, or society — to be part of it,” he said. “An event of this scope occurs only once in a lifetime, and the Quadricentennial Commission and the Federation is going to take the fullest advantage of it!” What the Venue Offers
StampExpo 400 is potentially one of the largest philatelic shows on the continent in 2009. In addition to the planned 200 frames of competitive philatelic exhibits, a national literature competition and cachet competition also will be held. Both the philatelic and literature exhibitions will be under the aegis of APS-accredited judges. The massive underground Empire State Plaza concourse runs from the New York State capitol to the New York State Museum. Get more information.
Visitor Information & Directions
Albany.com, a commercial site, is also a excellent resource for visitors to the capital city. How To Get There & Where To ParkSee Google Earth aerial views of the Empire State Plaza and the surrounding area, and get directions to reach the show, including parking information. View directions. Show HotelThe official show hotel is the Clarion, 3 Watervliet Avenue Extension, Albany, NY 12206; phone 518-438-8431. Single or double room rate is $92 per night from September 24–26, 2009. Included are a full American hot breakfast; shuttle service to/from Albany International Airport, the Amtrak station, and the bus terminal; and shuttle service to/from the Concourse every four hours from September 25–27. Dowload a hotel brochure in PDF format. |
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News & EventsGovernor Honors Quadricentennial Event |
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The Albany County Convention & Visitor's Bureau has provided a wealth of hotel/motel, restaurant, entertainment, and other information in a customized format for those planning to stay in Albany during the show. 
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Paterson Issues StampExpo 400 Proclamation: Governor David A. Paterson has proclaimed September 25–27 StampExpo 400: The Hudson–Fulton–Champlain Quadricentennial Stamp Exposition. See Govenor Paterson’s proclamation. Download printable text of the proclamation.
First Lady Is Honorary Celebration Chair: Governor Paterson previously announced that First Lady Michelle Paige Paterson will be Honorary Chair of the Hudson–Fulton–Champlain Quadricentennial Celebration.
“This is a momentous occasion in our State’s history,” said First Lady Michelle Paige Paterson. “I am so proud to be able to serve this important role as ambassador for the 400th anniversaries of the exploration of our historic Hudson River and Lake Champlain, celebrating our rich history and our embrace of diversity, tolerance and innovation. Perhaps most importantly, we are utilizing the occasion to focus attention on the most important legacy of all — environmental and economic sustainability starting with the next 100 years.” Read full text of Govenor Paterson’s announcement in PDF format.
St. Vincent & the Grenadines First Day Ceremony
St. Vincent & the Grenadines through the auspices of Inter-Governmental Postal Consultants (IGPC), will issue a souvenir sheet honoring StampExpo 400 and the Federation of New York Philatelic Societies.
The sheet will be issued at the show on its opening day in Albany, September 25. A first day of issue ceremony will be conducted at the show. More information.
United Nations First Day Ceremony
The United Nations will issue a set of three panes for its Millennium Goals project when the show opens at 10 a.m. on September 25, 2009. The panes will have eight designs each based on icons shown here that were created for the project. Among those scheduled to participate in the first day ceremony is Robert Gray, Chief of the UNPA in New York. More information.
The Hudson: Celebrating the Quadricentennial
The Photography Center of the Capital District
404 River Street, Troy, NY 12180-2821
518-273-0100 • photocentertroy.orgSeptember 18–November 1, 2009
Receptions September 25 and October 30, 2009
This photography exhibition will include images of the river, its environs, its moods, and events or places. The first reception, on September 25, coincides with the opening of StampExpo 400 and the monthly Troy Night Out.
Call for Entries
Submission deadline is August 23. Notification of selections will be August 28. Drop off deadline is September 13. A printable entry form is available on the PhotoCenter web site under Future Exhibitions on the Exhibits/Calls page.
Bourse & Dealer Information
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StampExpo 400 will feature a major dealers bourse. The North and South Concourse on Fridays has a daily average of approximately 20,000 people utilizing its services for dining, banking, and shopping — a huge population to attract as buyers.
Dealers may contact Bourse Chair John J. Nunes (nunesnook@aol.com) to indicate their planned attendance. The bourse will be in the Concourse on Friday, September 25; Saturday, September 26; and Sunday, September 27. The Convention Center connected to the Concourse will be open on on Saturday, September 26, and Sunday, September 27. Dealers will have the option of reserving space for two or three days days in the Convention Center, the Concourse, or both.
More information on border access documents and procedures for Canadian dealers, table layout, and the budget for this not-for-profit event will be issued soon. The State of New York will fund a majority of costs.
Download a bourse contact in PDF format.
Dealers committed to StampExpo 400.
Philatelic & Literature Exhibitor Information
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There is room for more than 300 frames of competitive philatelic exhibits in this APS-recognized national show. There will also be a literature competition. Both will be under the aegis of APS accredited judges. The philatelic exhibit will be in the 4,800 square foot Meeting Room 8, which will provide maximum security and is conveniently accessible from the Empire State Plaza’s North Concourse.
See more information and a list of exhibits.
Exhibits Chair is Thomas M. Fortunato (stamptmf@frontiernet.net) of Rochester, New York. He is an accredited judge who frequently has served as “Commissioner” for the United States by carrying exhibits across the border to shows in Canada. He is also active with the Rochester Philatelic Association (RPA) and its annual ROPEX show.
Download a philatelic competition prospectus in PDF format.
Download a literature competition prospectus in PDF format.
Postmarks
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There will be three pictorial postmarks for StampExpo 400. Henry Hudson will be honored on Friday, September 25, 2009; Robert Fulton on Saturday, September 26, 2009, and Samuel de Champlain on Sunday, September 27, 2009.
Each postmark will feature a simplified version of the ExploreNY logo designed by the state for the quadricentennial celebration. The 4 in the 400 is a highly stylized representation of a sail. The killer bars in the postmarks are in the form of waves and “cancel” the logo. Interspersed are the name of the daily honoree, Quadricentennial Station, the date, and the Albany address.
Download the show postmarks in hi-res PDF or TIF format.
City & Village Postmark Available
We can also supply a similar Hudson • Fulton • Champlain postmark for villages and cities along the Lake Champlain / Hudson River watershed, if it is requested. This version will include the official state quadricentennial logo and includes all three names and can be provided for any or all of the three days.
Send your request to astarkweather@nystampclubs.org, including the village or city desired along with the ZIP code, your name and address, and e-mail. We will send you a PDF or TIF file with the postmark. It is up to the recipient to submit a request through the post office to be used on the cancel for its use at least 90 days prior to the event.
Contests
Cachet Design Extended
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Youth and adults are invited to participate in a cachet design contest for StampExpo 400. Entries must reflect the historical significance of Henry Hudson, Robert Fulton, and Samuel de Champlain to the exploration of New York State. Entry deadline is August 1, 2009. Winners will be posted on this Web site beginning on August 15, 2009. More information is available in the cachet contest prospectus, which may be downloaded in PDF format.
Stamp Camp USA 3-D Contest
Stamp Camp USA (www.stampcampusa.org), which will conduct youth-oriented educational programs during StampExpo 400, is also sponsoring a three-dimensional exhibit contest for youngsters. More information will be posted in the near future. More information is available in the Stamp Camp USA 3D contest prospectus, which may be downloaded in PDF format.
Participating Organizations
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Free booths are available for the exclusive use of Federation-approved organizations, including Federation member clubs and national and international organizations. There is a $20 application fee. The fee will refunded at the end of the show. The fee will not be refunded if an organization fails to attend.
A number of other groups are also considering holding meetings, seminars, and workshops at the show. If your group is interested in being part of the show, please contact Organizations Chair is Leigh A. Lock.
Download an organization contact in PDF format.
Those already committed to StampExpo 400 include:
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Stamp Camp USA for Kids & Adults
There also will be a Stamp Camp USA adult leader workshop and kids camp during the show, Stamp Camp Executive Director Cheryl Edgcomb has announced. She said that a workshop in the Albany area has been part of Stamp Camp’s agenda as requests have been received from adults in the area. More information is available in the Stamp Camp USA prospectuses.
The one-day “Train the Trainer” one-day adult leadership workshop will be on Friday, September 25, 2009, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Deadline for reservations is September 18.
Download a kids camp prospectus in PDF format.
Download an adult leadership prospectus in PDF format.
Contacts
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Show Chair
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Dealer Bourse Chair
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Exhibits Chair
Thomas M. Fortunato
28 Amberwood Place, Rochester, NY 14626-4166
stamptmf@frontiernet.net, 585-225-6822 -
Show Treasurer
Ronald K. Ratchford
1105 Union Street, Schenectady, NY 12308-2805
rratchford@nystampclubs.org, 518-374-3776 -
Public Relations, Web Master, Advertising & Programs Chair
Albert W. Starkweather
5520 Gunn Hwy. #1406, Tampa, FL 33624-2847
astarkweather@nystampclubs.org, 813-962-7964 -
Organizations Chair
Ms. Leigh A. Lock
34 Riesling Road, Schenectady, NY 12309-3242
llock@nycap.rr.com, 518-810-1391 - Youth Activities Chair
Cheryl Edgcomb, Executive Director
Stamp Camp USA
117 Court Street, Elkland, PA 16920-1447
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Hudson-Fulton-Champlain Quadricentennial Commission
Department of Environmental Conservation
625 Broadway
Albany, New York 12233
info@exploreny400.com, 518-402-8565, fax 518-402-9016
Conrad Novick
P. O. Box 5934, Albany, NY 12205-5934
stampexpo400@nystampclubs.org, 518-512-3776
John J. Nunes, president of the New York Federation of Stamp Clubs
80 Fredericks Road, Scotia, NY 12302-5727
nunesnook@aol.com, 518-399-8395
Downloads
Bourse Contract — PDF
Booth Contract for Organizations — PDF
Cachet Contest Prospectus — PDF
Literature Competition Prospectus — PDF
Philatelic Competition Prospectus — PDF
Stamp Camp USA Adult Leadership Prospectus — PDF
Stamp Camp USA Kids Camp Prospectus — PDF
Stamp Camp USA 3-D Contest Prospectus — PDF
- Hotel / Tourism
Clarion Hotel Brochure — PDF
No. 1 — Show Announcement — MS Word (ZIP file)— PDF
No. 2 — Prospectuses Available — MS Word (ZIP file) — PDF
No. 3 — APS Recognition — MS Word (ZIP file) — PDF
No. 4 — Societies Welcome — MS Word (ZIP file) — PDF
No. 5 — Call for Literature Entries, Philatelic Exhibits — MS Word (ZIP file) — PDF
Governor’s Proclamation — MS Word (ZIP file)— PDF
UN Millennium Goals stamps — PDF
Advertising Banner Small — PNG (online use) — PDF (print use)
Advertising Banner Large — PNG (online use)
Empire State Plaza Plan — PDF — TIF (ZIP file)Flyer — PDF
Pictorial Postmarks — PDF Day 1, PDF Day 2, PDF Day 3, TIF 1, TIF 2, TIF 3Print Ads — No. 1 (left) PDF — No. 2 (right) PDF
St. Vincent & the Grenadines sheet — PDF — TIF
Small Quadricentennial Logo — PDF — TIF
StampExpo 400 logo — PDF — TIF
StampExpo 400 Medallion — PDF — TIF
Links
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Philatelic Organizations
AAPE
American First Day Cover Society
American Society for Philatelic Pages and Panels
APS
Christmas Seal and Charity Stamp Society
Ephemera Society of America
Federation of New York Stamp Clubs and the Stamp Insider
Federation Member ClubsPoster Stamp Collectors Club
Royal Philatelic Society of Canada
Stamp Camp USA
Women Exhibitors
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Postal Administrations
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Quadricentennial Information
Hudson 400 Celebration of Discovery
New York State Quadricentennial Commission
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Visitors’ Information
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Museums / Galleries
Hudson River Maritime Museum
The Photography Center of the Capital District
Smithsonian National Postal Museum
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Hudson River Organizations
Beacon Sloop Club
Hudson River Tourism
Hudson River Sloop Clearwater
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Lake Champlain
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Web Design