THE ONE OF A KIND SHOW AND SALE® CHICAGO RETURNS TO

THE MERCHANDISE MART

DECEMBER 6-9, 2007

WHAT: The seventh annual One of a Kind Show and Sale®, Chicago's most exciting holiday shopping show and fine art and craft festival, offers the public a fantastic opportunity to buy one-of-a-kind handmade creations. The One of a Kind Show and Sale features original work from more than 400 juried artists and artisans from across North America. Visitors can meet the artists, learn the stories behind their work and shop the best in fine art and fine craft. The One of a Kind Show and Sale will showcase more than 60,000 square feet of unique painting, sculpture, glass, photography, ceramics, jewelry, wearable art and furniture. A wide range of prices and styles, from simple to lavish, are sure to appeal to all.

AND: The hugely popular One of a Kind Show and Sale has continued to grow over the years. This year, the show will open at noon on Thursday for an extra day of shopping. 100% of Thursday’s ticket sales will benefit Children’s Memorial Hospital.

AND: A unique, one-of-a-kind item is the perfect gift this holiday season for those who seem to have everything.

SHOW LOCATION

DATES AND TIMES: The Merchandise Mart

8th Floor

Chicago, IL 60654

800.677.MART (6728)

Thursday, December 6; 12 p.m.-9 p.m. Open to the Public

SHOW MANAGER: Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. (MMPI)

222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Suite 470

Chicago, IL 60654

312.527.4141

WEBSITE: www.oneofakindshow.com

MEDIA CONTACT: Maura Bruton, Director of Public Relations, Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc., 312.527.7555, mbruton@mmart.com