Round Top, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Round Top, Texas
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Downtown Round Top, Texas
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| Motto(s):
"Big Time Small"
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Location of Round Top, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Fayette |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.95 sq mi (2.47 km2) |
| • Land | 0.95 sq mi (2.47 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 423 ft (129 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 87 |
| • Density | 91.6/sq mi (35.22/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
78954, 78961
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| Area code(s) | 979 |
| FIPS code | 48-63524 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412581 |
Round Top is a small town located in Fayette County, Texas. It is known for its friendly, small-town feel. In 2020, about 87 people lived there. The town's motto is "Big Time Small," which perfectly describes its charm.
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History of Round Top
Round Top has a rich history that goes back many years. In 1831, a large piece of land was bought by James Winn. This land included the area where Round Top is today.
Early Settlers and Names
The community was first called "Townsend." It was named after an early settler, Nathaniel Townsend. His original house is still standing and is known as the Texana Lodge. Later, the town got its current name, "Round Top." This happened because the person who ran the post office lived in a house with a round tower.
German Immigrants and Churches
Between 1845 and 1847, many German immigrants moved to the area. They bought farms and land in the town. The Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Round Top is very old. It is the oldest active Lutheran church in Fayette County. It also has the oldest Lutheran church building in all of Texas.
Geography and Location
Round Top is in the northeastern part of Fayette County. It sits on a hill, with Cummins Creek to the southwest and Rocky Creek to the east. These creeks flow into the Colorado River. The town center is about 439 feet above sea level.
How to Get There
Texas State Highway 237 goes right through the middle of Round Top. You can take this highway northeast for about 22 miles to reach Brenham. If you go southwest for about 16 miles, you will get to La Grange. La Grange is the main city in Fayette County.
Size of the Town
The town of Round Top covers a total area of about 2.5 square kilometers. This entire area is land, with no water.
Population of Round Top
The number of people living in Round Top has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at its population:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 238 | — | |
| 1900 | 169 | −29.0% | |
| 1910 | 186 | 10.1% | |
| 1920 | 150 | −19.4% | |
| 1930 | 132 | −12.0% | |
| 1940 | 120 | −9.1% | |
| 1950 | 126 | 5.0% | |
| 1960 | 124 | −1.6% | |
| 1970 | 94 | −24.2% | |
| 1980 | 87 | −7.4% | |
| 1990 | 81 | −6.9% | |
| 2000 | 77 | −4.9% | |
| 2010 | 90 | 16.9% | |
| 2020 | 87 | −3.3% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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Who Lives in Round Top?
In 2010, there were 90 people living in Round Top. These people lived in 43 different homes. Most of the people were White. A small number were from other backgrounds. About 5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many homes were made up of individuals living alone. Some were married couples. The average age of people in Round Top was 58 years old. This means many older adults live in the town.
Arts and Culture in Round Top
Round Top is famous for its special events and programs. These events bring many visitors to the town.
- Round Top Antiques Fair: This is a huge outdoor market. Many antiques dealers come here to sell their items. It attracts very large crowds every spring and fall.
- Round Top Festival Institute: This is a music school for young musicians. They come here to learn and perform with talented teachers.
- Shakespeare at Winedale: This program is run by the University of Texas at Austin. Students study and perform plays by William Shakespeare.
Round Top is also home to the oldest building in Fayette County. It is called Moore's Fort. This fort was moved to Round Top from nearby La Grange.
Education
Students in Round Top attend schools in the Round Top-Carmine Independent School District. This school district serves the town and surrounding areas.
Images for kids
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Royers Cafe
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Round Top Historic Library
See also
In Spanish: Round Top (Texas) para niños
