General Information

The Antique Telephone Collectors Association, or ATCA, is the largest telephone collectors organization in the world. Chartered in 1971 in the state of Kansas.  It is recognized as a non-profit 501 (c) (3) corporation by the IRS. It's over 1000 active members are located throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia. The office is located in McPherson, KS.

 

ATCA Membership Benefits

A multi-page newsletter is mailed monthly to each member, a part of which is devoted to member-only classified advertisements to buy, sell and trade telephones and related items. Newsletters also include articles and member contributions which are deemed to be of greatest interest to the membership.

 A membership list is compiled and mailed annually to each member with additions reported in the monthly newsletters. The membership lists include addresses and telephone numbers to assist with networking among members

 An ATCA National Show (now held in August to maximize family vacation time) has been held each year since 1971 at different locations throughout the United States. This huge show is national in scope, drawing collectors from all over the United States and Canada. This event is a must-see for anyone interested in antique telephony as it combines fun, fellowship, history and telephones.  One of the highlights is always the members-only auction of antique telephones and related items.

The ATCA also sponsors and encourage regional shows.  Local members frequently host regional shows at various locations throughout the year.  ATCA encourages and helps support our members with hosting by supplying start-up funds, advertising, insurance and guidance.

 A member internet listserv (e-mail mailing list) is maintained to provide on-line members the opportunity to communicate with each other. Current members should email webmaster, Chuck Eby. Please read about the listserv on our website, then provide name, email address and membership number.

A members only page on the ATCA website offers quick access to an up to date membership listing, current and past newsletters and other useful information that is not accessible to the general public.

Membership Application available here

The principle aims and purposes of the ATCA are as follows:

  • To provide education and information related to antique telephone equipment, telephone history, and to the maintenance and preservation thereof.
  • To promote the collecting of old telephones and related items.
  • To publicize the historical importance of telephony
  • To establish and promote common courtesies and guidelines for use by association members when buying, selling, and trading old telephones and related items.
  • To provide a means of communication between association members.
  • To structure events and activities necessary for the accomplishment of the objectives stated above.

Anyone in sympathy with the objectives of ATCA shall be eligible for membership. Dues are payable January 1 of each year. Annual dues for U.S. and international members are $35.  Student memberships and spousal associate memberships are available at a reduced rate.  Please see the membership application.

Articles of Incorporation
By-Laws of the Association

 
Print the following application, pay online with paypal or contact ATCA at:

Antique Telephone Collectors Association
P.O. Box 1252
McPherson, Kansas 67460
(620) 245-9555
Cindy is the Office Manager
 
By ATCA board action on 8/8/96, this page was named as the official ATCA web page.

 Please feel free to e-mail comments, additional information and/or corrections to Chuck Eby.

 created 9/1/95: revised 12/23/08

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