"Book fairs are such a major element in the activities and functions of the present-day ABAA," writes Edwin Glaser (President of ABAA, 1986-88) "that it still comes as a surprise to be reminded that the first American antiquarian book fair did not take place until April of 1960."[REF]
ABAA-sponsored antiquarian book fairs have prospered since 1960, as has the ABAA itself; the organization currently has more than 450 members.