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Author Biography
Linda Hamer Kennett writes "What’s in the Attic?"
After many years of living on the East Coast, Linda Kennett returned to her home state of Indiana and settled in Irvington to raise her two children. With the original intent of staying for 5 years, she is now on her 24th year in her 1902 farm house, with no plans to leave. She began her estate liquidation company "What's in the Attic?' in 1993 and after 5 years of assisting the residents of the eastside with selling their antiques, she took the advice of friends and started her column to share her experiences. From it's beginning with one local paper in 1998, her column is now carried weekly in over a dozen papers in the mid-west, as well as online with Ruby Lane, Auction Trends and eHow.com.
Today her work takes her throughout Central Indiana viewing everything from heirloom sterling silver to primitive farm tools. In addition to her column and her company she lists among her credits a long time membership in the International Society of Appraisers, 2 time recipient of the Southport Antique Mall Award for Excellence and production staff assistant to the Antiques Roadshow.
Linda Hamer Kennett’s Story Archive
Political Buttons
George Washington and his constituency are credited with wearing the first political buttons in 1789. These clothing-style brass buttons read “G.W…Long live the President.” Considered to be somewhat controversial, since their slogan was a spin off on the British saying “Long live the King,” they were worn with pride by … Read More
Antiques Roadshow Comes to Indy
It was best of times, it was the worst of times. A sweet little lady from Rush County became the first guest chosen to have her antique go on air, with her beautiful late 1700s tilt top table. She was so overwhelmed by the news she planted a big kiss … Read More
Determining the Age of Furniture
Few things add distinction to a room like a fine piece of antique furniture. Whether your decor draws from the ornate Victorian era, the warmth of primitives, or the beautiful simplicity of arts and crafts, the patina and quality construction of antique furniture provides an individuality to your home like … Read More
It’s All About the Chair
Mid-century modern, often referred to as MCM, is a term used to categorize architectural, interior design and products produced from 1933 to 1965. With simplistic Scandinavian and Brazilian lines combined and elements found in nature, it was embraced by major designers in mid-century America and continues to be a strong … Read More
The Last Minute Rush
I stopped by the neighborhood Kroger to grab bread and milk, focused on getting home to start dinner, and the date on the calendar was the farthest thing from my mind. As I headed for the dairy department I saw a large crowd of people — well actually a large … Read More