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History of the Winter Show The Round Top Antiques Show was created by Emma Lee Turney in 1968 and has grown to cover two weeks, bracketed by two weekends, in the spring and fall, with a shorter Winter Show. Year- round antiques, vintage, and design stores supplement the show-only venues. "The Winter Show is a much more personal experience," says Susan Franks, who hosted the first edition at the Original Round Top Antiques Fair. "Excellent quality and even more time to visit with your favorite dealers." Helen McLaren, who co-owns McLaren's Antiques and Interiors with her husband Sean, adds, "The Winter Show is a great time to be in Round Top, especially for people who have never shopped the spring and fall shows. This show gives you the time and space to really get to know this special place." Kathy Johnston, The Compound's producer and director, describes the Winter Show as a great time to plan a long weekend — and take advantage of easy shopping and great food. The Compound will have a come-and-go open house Saturday, January 23. What to Know About the Winter Show If you've been to a spring or fall edition of the Round Top Antiques Show, you'll find many similarities: thousands of antiques, vintage furniture and accessories, rugs and textiles, art and accessories, from pedigreed to industrial, mid- century modern, and nearly every other category. While the Winter Show continues to grow, what you won't find are long lines (usually). It would take a solid week of dedicated shopping to experience the entire spring or fall version; the Winter Show can be done in a day, if you're serious, or over two days, if you want to soak in the ambiance, chat with dealers, and leisurely dine. What's App? Dealers can promote what they have, and shoppers can find what they're looking for via the improved Round Top Antiques Show app. It's coming soon on Apple and Android platforms with maps, schedules, and a searchable database of dealer goods, as well as where to find them once you reach the venue. Want to know more? Email info@roundtop.com. Masks are required at all venues and events. Please follow all CDC protocols regarding hand sanitizers and social distancing. (Continued from page 64) SHADES * SHUTTERS * BLINDS * DRAPERY Budget Blinds of Giddings Locally Owned and Operated 979-542-0700 Call today to book your FREE in home consulta on! INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PRODUCTS COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL PROFFESSIONAL MEASURING & INSTALLATION www.BudgetBlinds.com/Giddings SHADES * SHUTTERS * BLINDS * DRAPERY Budget Blinds of Giddings Locally Owned and Operated 979-542-0700 Call today to book your FREE in home consulta on! INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PRODUCTS COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL PROFFESSIONAL MEASURING & INSTALLATION www.BudgetBlinds.com/Giddings