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Griswold & Cast Iron Cookware Association The G&CICA is a friendly community of collectors, enthusiasts, and traders of collectible cookware.

From beginners to advanced collectors, all are welcome, and we’re glad to have you join us!

07/10/2026

There are so many reasons to join our cast iron community—here are just a few!

Love vintage cast iron? Take the next step—join the club!As a member, you'll enjoy:• Access to 25+ years of newsletters ...
05/25/2026

Love vintage cast iron? Take the next step—join the club!

As a member, you'll enjoy:

• Access to 25+ years of newsletters packed with cast iron articles, research, and collecting tips
• Member privileges at our National Convention
• Access to our annual auction and swap meet
• Regional chapter meets, swap meets, and other in-person collector events
• Opportunities to connect with knowledgeable collectors who share your passion
• The chance to help preserve the history of vintage cast iron cookware

Your membership also helps keep our nonprofit organization strong, supports cast iron research and education, and ensures these resources continue for future collectors.

Join today: https://gcica.wildapricot.org/page-1075173

Have questions? We'd be happy to help—just send us a message!

Annual dues: $30 Individual • $40 Family • $10 Student

Top 10 Reasons to Attend a Chapter Meet1. Your first meet is free!You do not need to be a dues-paying member to attend y...
05/20/2026

Top 10 Reasons to Attend a Chapter Meet
1. Your first meet is free!
You do not need to be a dues-paying member to attend your first chapter meet. We hope you’ll join the G&CICA, of course, but first-time guests are always welcome.
2. Convenient locations
Chapter meets are held in four regions across the United States, making it easy to choose a location that works best for you.
3. Friendly, welcoming people
Members are eager to meet fellow enthusiasts, share knowledge, and talk about the hobby. Many members say the friendships and camaraderie are just as rewarding as the cookware itself.
4. A relaxed, intimate atmosphere
Chapter meets are smaller and more informal than the annual convention, making it easy to get to know people in your area.
5. Learn more about the hobby
Enjoy both structured and informal activities designed to expand your knowledge of vintage and antique cast-iron cookware.
6. No experience required
Attendees range from longtime collectors with decades of experience to people who are simply curious about old iron. Everyone is welcome.
7. Buy, sell, and trade iron
Opportunities abound to find new pieces, trade duplicates, or pass along cookware to fellow collectors.
8. Delicious food and great fellowship
Chapter meets often include shared meals, snacks, and plenty of conversation — one of the best ways to relax, connect, and enjoy time with fellow collectors.
9. See remarkable pieces and collections
You’ll have the chance to view interesting and unusual pieces while learning the stories and history behind them.
10. Celebrate the history of American cookware
Chapter meets bring together people who share a passion for preserving and appreciating the craftsmanship and history of vintage cast iron.
Find the registration page here: https://gcica.wildapricot.org/Events

Love Cast Iron? Take the next step and join the club!Paid* members receive:• Access to 25 years of newsletters with tons...
05/18/2026

Love Cast Iron? Take the next step and join the club!

Paid* members receive:

• Access to 25 years of newsletters with tons of cast iron content
• National Convention privileges
• Annual auction and swap meet access
• Regional meets & swap meets, and in-person collector events
• Deeper connections with serious collectors
• The opportunity to support preservation of cast iron history

Your membership helps keep this organization strong and growing.
Please join us here: www.GCICA.net

Questions? We’re happy to help — just message us!

*Annual dues are $30/individual, $40/family, $10/student

Register now for the October 8 - 10. 2026 G&CICA Dixie Chapter meet, and book your room at the Echo Mountain Inn early -...
05/17/2026

Register now for the October 8 - 10. 2026 G&CICA Dixie Chapter meet, and book your room at the Echo Mountain Inn early - it fills up fast! Your hosts are Gary Taylor & Clayton Mitchell. With this group, you know there will be great food involved!

Details and registration here: https://gcica.wildapricot.org/event-6681771

Register now and make plans to attend the North East Chapter Meet! The North East Chapter Meet will be held on September...
05/11/2026

Register now and make plans to attend the North East Chapter Meet!

The North East Chapter Meet will be held on September 25-26, 2026, at the farm of Ethan Schwarting in Portville, New York. Hosts are the Schwarting family.

All members, regardless of chapter affiliation, are welcome to attend. Please RSVP and register here: https://gcica.wildapricot.org/event-6679320

Teaser: Over 100 of Brad Schwarting's mailboxes will be on display!

Join the club - become an official member of the Griswold & Cast Iron Cookware Association!Whether your interest is coll...
05/11/2026

Join the club - become an official member of the Griswold & Cast Iron Cookware Association!

Whether your interest is collecting, researching, pricing, buying and selling, or simply learning more about vintage cast iron cookware, the G&CICA welcomes you. Our non-profit organization brings together people from all walks of life who share a common appreciation for the craftsmanship, history, and stories behind the old iron.

If you have ever wondered about joining, attending a meet, or learning more about the hobby, there has never been a better time to get involved.

What you get when you join:

Paid members receive a range of benefits designed to deepen their enjoyment and understanding of the hobby, including access to 25 years of newsletters filled with historical articles and detailed information on vintage and antique cast iron - an excellent way to "learn your iron." Membership also includes national convention privileges, with access to educational seminars, the annual auction, room sales, and the swap meet. Members are also welcome at the four regional chapter meetings held in various locations across the country, typically in the fall.

Members also receive a quarterly newsletter, have opportunities to connect more closely with serious collectors, and - perhaps most importantly - the chance to make lasting friendships with others who share a common interest.

By joining, members help support the ongoing preservation of cast iron history for future generations.

Your membership helps our non-profit organization grow and stay strong.

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Annual dues are $30/individual, $40/family, $10/student.
Join here: gcica.net

REGISTRATION IS OPEN. https://gcica.wildapricot.org/event-6681764You've heard about it and read about it; now come see t...
05/09/2026

REGISTRATION IS OPEN. https://gcica.wildapricot.org/event-6681764

You've heard about it and read about it; now come see the massive O'Neil cast iron collection for yourself!

G&CICA WEST COAST CHAPTER MEET

When: September 11–12, 2026
Where: O’Neil Cast Iron Museum, Tacoma, WA
Lodging: La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma–Seattle (room block link below)

Fellow G&CICA Members,

Please mark your calendars and plan to attend the 2026 G&CICA West Coast Chapter Meet in Tacoma, WA. Larry and Marg O’Neil have graciously opened their home and museum for this event—an incredible opportunity to experience one of the finest cast iron collections alongside fellow collectors and enthusiasts.
Please see the "Events" tab to RSVP.
A room block has been reserved at the La Quinta Inn & Suites. Availability is limited, so book early: http://www.wyndhamhotels.com/hotels/53370?checkInDate=09/10/2026&checkOutDate=09/13/2026&groupCode=091026NOR

Tentative schedule:
Friday September 11: View some of the very special and rare pieces in the O'Neil collection at their Tacoma, WA home. Light meal and socializing with other collectors.
Saturday September 12: Meet up at the O'Neil cast iron museum for coffee, and see and learn about the many thousands of pieces in the O'Neil collection. Following, there will be a short chapter meeting, raffles, and a skillet toss.

Please direct any questions regarding the meet, venue, or lodging to Chuck Foster, Corey Jorgensen, or Mike Belisle.

Read a bit about the O'Neil collection here: https://southerncastiron.com/biggest-collection-cast.../

**Love Cast Iron? Take the Next Step and Join the Club**If you enjoy being part of the Facebook GCICA Members & Friends ...
05/04/2026

**Love Cast Iron? Take the Next Step and Join the Club**

If you enjoy being part of the Facebook GCICA Members & Friends community, consider becoming an official GCICA member.

Paid members receive:
• Access to 25 years of newsletters
• National Convention privileges
• Auction and swap meet access
• Regional meets and in-person collector events
• Deeper connections with serious collectors
• The opportunity to support the preservation of cast iron history

Your membership helps keep this organization strong and growing. Join here: [www.GCICA.net](www.GCICA.net)

Questions? We’re happy to help — just message us!

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Wyomissing, PA
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