Retailers and designers can expect a spectacular experience as they explore the Area Rug floors, starting with the National Oriental Rug Show on floor 2. This collection, along with the other Home furnishings and accessories offerings throughout the building creates a comprehensive destination. Retailers and designers are invited to celebrate the opening of the Area Rug Market at the Exhibitor Open House Reception on Thursday, January 7 at 4 p.m.

Spotlighting the 2010 January Market are the Area Rug industry’s two premier events:

• The Museum of Introductions (MOI), an exclusive showing of new product introductions in a sophisticated setting. Grand Opening on Thursday, January 7 at 9 a.m. (open Thurs-Sunday)
• Acrobatique: The 2010 America’s Magnificent Carpets Awards—sponsored by Architectural Digest—celebrating the triumph of design achievement in the industry’s most spectacular introductions in one night of elegance, excellence and excitement.  Complete with a high-energy performance by The Peking Acrobats, preceded by a lavish cocktail reception. Marriott Atlanta Marquis Atrium Ballroom. Saturday, January 9 at 6 p.m.

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