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Patricia Doyle finds prized items in auction business | Community Voices

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Vanessa Ferguson

Published August 12, 2022 at 2:06 PM CDT

Patricia Doyle is the owner of Patricia Doyle Associates Auction Gallery. She spoke to Community Voices about how her interest in antiques led her to a career as an auctioneer. She also shared behind-the-scenes stories about the most expensive items she has seen in an auction.

Community Voices

Vanessa Ferguson

Vanessa was the Community Voices Production Coordinator at NPR Illinois from 2021-2025. She continues her passion for broadcasting as a co-host of the Beyond the Mouse podcast for the Front Row Network.

See stories by Vanessa Ferguson