American Pickers Timeline ( Real )

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January 18, 2010

American Pickers Premieres

The television show American Pickers premieres on the History Channel, introducing viewers to Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz as they travel across America to find and buy antiques and collectibles.

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April 18, 2012

American Pickers Season 5 Premieres

Season 5 of American Pickers begins airing, continuing the adventures of Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz as they explore hidden treasures across the United States.

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May 2019

Frank Fritz Takes Hiatus

Frank Fritz announces a hiatus from American Pickers for personal health reasons, temporarily affecting the show's dynamic.

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January 2020

American Pickers Continues with New Cast

American Pickers continues airing with Mike Wolfe accompanied by new team members to maintain the show's exploration of Americana and antiques.

American Pickers Timeline ( Fictional )

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Early 1990s

Mike and Frank Meet

Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz meet and discover their shared passion for antiques and collectibles, starting their journey as antique pickers.

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1998

First Official Pick

Mike and Frank make their first official antique pick together, purchasing unique items that set the tone for future adventures.

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January 18, 2010

Launch of American Pickers TV Show

The American Pickers television series premieres on the History Channel, documenting Mike and Frank’s antique picking adventures across America.

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Season 1 Episode 5 - 2010

Discovery of the Historic 'Woody' Car

Mike and Frank find a rare and historic 'Woody' station wagon, adding significant value to their collection and showcasing the depth of their finds.

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2011

Opening of Antique Archeology Museum

Mike Wolfe opens the Antique Archeology museum and retail store in LeClaire, Iowa, providing a physical location for showcasing and selling their finds.

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2019

Frank Takes a Break from Picking

Frank Fritz takes a hiatus from the show due to personal reasons, marking a significant change in the dynamic of the picking duo.

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2020 and onward

Mike Continues on Solo Adventures

Mike Wolfe continues the picking adventures solo or with guests, maintaining the spirit of the show and exploring new collections.