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20th Year in Round Top March 28-April 1 Here’s What Antique Shoppe Customers Are Saying...

ROUND TOP, TX – On March 28 Margaret Mebus and Ashley Ferguson.
through April 1, 2017, Marburger Farm “We wanted to build on the foundation
celebrates 20 years of unleashing the that Ed and John built: great dealers
creativity and resourcefulness of 350 of and a fun atmosphere,” says Ferguson.
the best antiques dealers in the world. “For each show we brainstorm on how “Enjoy all the informative articles.
In 1997, Ed Gage and John Sauls co- we can make the experience better for Keep up the good work”
founded the show on 43 acres of the once both shoppers and dealers.” Over the R. Rabideau, Eustis
working farm of the Marburger family. 20 years those improvements have
As dealers themselves, they had access included Wi-Fi, expanded free parking,
through the national dealer grapevine to air-conditioned restroom buildings, golf
seek out those who were ready to make cart rentals, a rebuilt cafe, a wider range “This is an excellent newsletter.
a higher quality kind of show. Today the of food options, the Blacksmith Bar, I usually pick up a copy in the
show features antiques, art, vintage and Distinguished Transport Shippers on-site antiques store where I have space,
artisan creations by exhibitors from nearly and a social media presence that appeals but I love reading it online.”
every state and several countries. Nine to a younger generation of buyers as well
giant tents and eleven historic buildings as to a growing number of top antiques
overflow with furniture, lighting, art, dealers. “We don’t antique shop without it!
textiles, silver, jewelry, industrial, mid- While the dealers may set the spirit of
century, formal, primitives and select the show, having the best customers in And we have visited a lot of new areas
artisan and repurposed creations. the world doesn’t hurt either. To thank (antique shopping) because of it!”
Why has Marburger stayed so vibrant? those world-class customers, the 20th
“It’s the dealers,” says Polly Hitt of Neck year show offers a different celebration
Collections. Hitt will exhibit for her 20th each day:
year at the show, presenting art jewelry Mar. 28: Extended Hours ‘til 7 p.m.
made from antique, vintage and estate Mar. 29: Groups of get 20% off entry
pieces. Mar. 30: 20 Giveaways The Antique Shoppe

After 20 years, what’s the biggest Apr. 1: Portion of admission sales to
misconception about the show? “The Fayette Co. first responders. “Florida’s Best Newspaper for Antiques and Collectibles”
biggest misconception is that everything The Marburger Farm Antique
here is expensive,” says Hitt. “You can Show opens at 8 a.m. on March 28. PO Box 2175
find a $5 chair and $50,000 chair. It’s all One admission is good all week. Keystone Heights, FL 32656
here.” See information at www.roundtop- 352-475-1679
For the last ten years, the show has marburger.com or call Ashley Ferguson www.antiqueshoppefl.com
been co-owned by the Texas families of at 800-947-5799.

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