For a look into the world of buttons, antique, vintage, or modern, come join enthusiastic button collectors for many hours of entertainment. The shows feature button displays, educational opportunities, button sales, socialization, friendship and a whole lot of buttons!
All events are public events and admission is a minimal cost or even free depending on the venue reserved.
The Historic Ismon House (Floors 2 and 3)
300 S Clinton St, Albion, MI 49224
www.ismonhouse.org
Two locations are available in Albion, both within walking distance of the Ismon House.
The Palmer House Inn Bed and Breakfast
108 W Erie St, Albion, Michigan 48224
Offering a 15% discount on five room styles, breakfast included. Contact the B&B or use the web site to view optons and reserve. If using the web, enter “Button Club” in the comments field to receive the discount.
Phone: 517-629-0001
https://www.palmerhouseinnbnb.com/
Courtyard by Marriott Albion
200 S Superior St, Albion, MI 49224
As of publication, a discounted rate has not been offered.
Phone: 517-629-8520
https://www.marriott.com
Host club(s) including Education, Program and Actvities: Blue Water Buttoneers & Mayflower
Ways and Means: West Michigan Buttoneers
Registration and Raffle: Southwest Button Box
Friday, April 24
11 am-1 pm Table set-up
1-2:30 Dealer set-up
2:30-4:30 Board meeting
Saturday, April 25
8 – 9 am Dealer set-up
9 am Theme / Creative Challenge tray check-in
9 am – 5 pm Showroom open
4:15 pm Raffle winners drawn.
4:30 pm Theme tray check-out
5 pm Showroom closes
Friday evening dinner will be served at the Palmer House Inn Bed and Breakfast for our private button party. The Palmer House is within walking distance of both the Ismon House and the Courtyard by Marriott hotel.
Each meal costs $31, which includes tax and gratuity. The menu includes Chicken Piccata, Roasted Potatoes w/ Parmesan, Garden Salad, Dessert, Ordinary Drinks, and Wine. A Vegetarian offering will be provided by request; please discuss that directly with Chef Corrine of the Palmer House.
Register for dinner using the form below. Pay for your meal by mailing a check to Linda Furgason or using PayPal through the online form. Meals must be ordered by April 20, 2026.
Saturday’s box lunch will be created to order by the Foundry Bakehouse & Deli. You will order and pay the Foundry Bakehouse and Deli directly. Order your customized box lunch using the link below. It will be available at the Ismon House by 11:30 am with your name on your order.
Holiday Inn Express Big Rapids
100 S Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Holiday Inn Express Big Rapids
100 S Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
$120 per night, offering double queen or standard king rooms. Rate includes breakfast.
Phone: 231-796-4400
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Host club(s) including Education, Program, and Activities: Carol Danhauser and
team
Ways and Means: Blue Water Buttoneers & Mayflower
Registration and Raffle: West Michigan Buttoneers
Thursday: September 25 – 8:00 pm Room to room shopping, Guest rooms
Friday: September 26
8:00-9:30 am Tray check-in
9:30 am-5:00 pm Judging/Clerking
Noon Judges/Clerks luncheon
5:00-7:00 pm Dinner on your own
7:00-8:00 Board MeeRng (room tbd)
8:00 pm (or when Board MeeRng ends) Room to room shopping, Guest rooms
Saturday, September 27
8:00-9:30 am Dealer set up
9:30 am Showroom opens
Noon Box Lunch, to be determined
5:00 pm Showroom closes
Dinner on your own
6:30 pm Tea Party Dessert Social including favor button, $20/person
7:00 pm General membership meeting
7:30 pm Program
Sunday, September 28
8:00-9:00 am Dealer set up
9:00 am Showroom opens
Lunch on your own
Noon Silent auction ends
12:30 pm Raffle drawing
12:45 pm Pick-up trays
1:00 pm Showroom closes
A Spring Show
Button shopper stopping to look at engraved pearl buttons made by Diane S.
Competition Display
Competition trays of buttons exhibited at a fall show.
Show Overview
Room view of a button show.