I've just been around for a lot of years.....and studied a lot about antiques....read books....attended auctions, visited shops, antiques shows, flea markets....I have a great memory and I ask lots and lots of questions and learn all I can from others.
I was a member of The Questers for about 35 years.....and highly recommend it if you are serious about learning about all sorts of antiques.
Lots of stuff I know nothing at all about!!! And lots of stuff I don't know much about but I know where to find the answers.
I also volunteered as a docent at an historical home for a few years, and took antique "classes" from someone who had the bug and taught others to finance her own addiction.
I have many friends who know as much or more that I do.

Here is a link that might be useful: The Questers international

Linda, well you sure are a whirlwind of information,and when I read your replies, can usually assume you done your homework. Keep it up!

I answered 'yes' to all the question, guess I could be a 'quester'. ;o)