NORWICH – One of the most anticipated antique shows this side of Bouckville will stake claim at the county fairgrounds in Norwich this Labor Day weekend as the Chenango County Historical Society kicks off its 40th Annual Antiques Show and Canal Boat Derby.

Gates to the event will open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, giving pickers and collectors of all things old and rusty the opportunity to spot that once-in-a-lifetime find for their collection. Admission to the event is just $4 per person.

In addition, the Historical Society's annual Chenango Canal Boat Derby will be making waves again this year with dozens of model canal boats afloat down a small portion of the Chenango River, from the East Main Street bridge to the finish line at the edge of the fairgrounds.

Tickets for the boat derby can be purchased at the Historical Society on Rexford Street in Norwich for $10 for a single, or three for $25, and this year’s first place winner will receive a $500 cash reward. Other prizes include gift certificates, services and other item donations from nearly 60 businesses and individual supporters from throughout the county. The boat race starts at noon.