# Mumford Restoration to unveil a restored 1907 Franklin at its Raleigh craftsman showcase on Nov. 14

- Published: 2026-11-13 07:15 UTC
- Section: Industry & People › Expos & events
- Tags: Mumford Restoration, 1907 Franklin automobile, Antique Craftsman Showcase, antique car restoration, furniture restoration, traditional trades, Historic Restoration Apprenticeship, Raleigh North Carolina, preservation carpentry
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**The free third annual Antique Craftsman Showcase in Raleigh, N.C. combines restored antiques with demonstrations of traditional trades; more than 450 guests have registered.**

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*prnewswire.com*

Mumford Restoration will unveil a 1907 Franklin automobile it restored at the company's third annual Antique Craftsman Showcase on Saturday, November 14, 2026, in Raleigh, North Carolina, according to a release published on prnewswire.com [1]. The event runs from 1 to 4 p.m. Eastern at the company's 17,000-square-foot headquarters, 8601 Ebenezer Church Road, and admission is free [1].

More than 450 guests have registered, which makes it the largest showcase since the event began three years ago [1]. At 1:45 p.m., company founder and CEO Bernard Mumford and the car's owner, Michael Ortiz, will present the Franklin, discuss its restoration and answer questions from the audience [1].

## Demonstrations and restoration specialties

Visitors will see antiques and heirlooms at different stages of restoration, talk with traditional artisans and master craftspeople, and watch demonstrations of their techniques [1]. The listed specialties are antique wood and furniture restoration, fine woodworking, carving, preservation carpentry, caning and seat weaving, antique upholstery, antique radio and phonograph restoration, antique lighting, antique pianos, antique firearms, books, art, metalwork, and decorative and specialty restoration [1].

The organizers say the afternoon lets attendees examine finished work as well as the decisions, materials and hand skills involved in restoration [1].

## Speakers and apprenticeship program

At 2:15 p.m., Christina Butler, Provost and Professor of Historic Preservation, and Charlie Moore, Wood Trades Professor, of the American College of the Building Arts in Charleston, South Carolina, will discuss preserving traditional craftsmanship and the trades [1]. At 2:45 p.m., George Smart, founder and CEO of USModernist, will speak about preserving Mid-Century Modern history through buildings and objects [1].

Mumford will also discuss Historic Restoration Apprenticeship (HRA), an independent Raleigh-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to preserving traditional restoration skills through hands-on training and mentorship [1]. HRA connects aspiring craftspeople with experienced artisans through real restoration projects. Its work includes an apprenticeship program, public classes and community partnerships [1].

## About the company

Mumford Restoration was founded in 1982 and is family-owned. It restores and repairs furniture, family heirlooms and antiques, and serves families, museums and historical societies in North Carolina and across the United States [1]. According to the company, its team includes third-generation craftspeople and has more than 150 years of combined experience [1].

## Sources

1. [prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/restored-1907-franklin-headlines-raleigh-showcase-celebrating-craftsmanship-and-the-history-worth-saving-302937924.html)

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