A Nostalgic Nod to the Past with Twin River Wholesale

A Nostalgic Nod to the Past

with Twin River Wholesale

Gideon Thompson

The Ashland Beacon 

    On rare occasions, we come across one of those forgotten relics of our past staring up at us from a store shelf, as time slows down and light surrounds the inanimate object we have pushed to the back of our minds for so long. For some of us, there may be a distant memory of helping our grandparents in the yard as we cut grass using a manual mower or harvested garden vegetables with handmade scythes or snipping tools. We may remember homemade candies placed on the table as we listened to records playing jazz or a country album in the next room, selected for the evening. As time went on, those items we remember from long ago gave way to others, as did television and the things we watched on it. Animated television series gave way to an entire retail boom that is now decades old and has become part of a rich history of which we have been a part. With the changes that have come throughout our lifetimes and the memories we have carried with us from childhood, our collections have evolved alongside them.

    There is a mystical element attached to finding that long-forgotten item we left in our past. Toys, clothing, snacks, and even cultural staples like wall decorations and lamps are pieces of who we are. The personas we develop through our associations with family, friends, and community are all connected to the things we keep around us. What we keep in our homes is a great gesture toward those who enter, as it tells them who we are while keeping us comfortable and surrounded by the things we desire. Things make us who we are as they stay with us, get passed around, traded, and gifted to those we care for. A journey through our lives can be told simply by taking note of what items were present when certain things happened.

    I have a vivid memory of a lamp my grandmother kept that was activated by touch. The tall brass lamp had a large white shade and a dull incandescent bulb that lit the room with a dim yellow hue, washing over the walls like candlelight. To this day, that lamp reminds me of several wonderful memories, including Christmas evenings spent with family in the living room of her house, promenade dances, graduations, and family gatherings. Anytime I see a lamp like it, a memory returns of that wonderful glow and the warmth of that room. A step back in time is always guaranteed when we find that one thing we had forgotten. Tools, trading cards, clothing, and posters are all part of the history we have built as we move gallantly into the future.

    Stepping into a world of nostalgia and homemade greatness is possible at TRW (Twin River Wholesale) in Ashland, Kentucky. Located at 635 Winchester Avenue, TRW is open and ready to serve our area with homemade goods, crafts, antiques, and collectibles. The store is a wholesale marketplace where vendors can set up displays to showcase their products to customers. When you step inside, you will find not only a variety of items from long ago, such as furniture and clothing, but also vintage clothing from Spice Up Vintage and collectibles from Alley Rat Collectibles. Looking for a new treat? Sweet as Hale may have some freeze-dried candy to satisfy your taste buds! There is even a Pokémon card dispenser for any of us card-wielding fanatics here in the Tri-State area.

    No matter what you are looking for—or whether you are simply curious about what might be available at the market—the owners, Scott Dials, William Lucas, and Christine Lucas, are here to help you find what you are looking for while ensuring you have a great time in a wholesome environment.

    Having spent years in the antique business and fueled by an interest in historical value, the owners of TRW have set their sights on growing a business that is meant to give back. Starting in Louisa, Kentucky, at their first location at 220 Townhill Road, TRW has brought joy to those who have walked through its doors. By providing access to customers searching for relics of their childhood and giving local vendors a chance to share a piece of themselves, the TRW marketplace has grown alongside the community and has now expanded to Ashland.

    TRW is always open to new vendors, provided space is available at the time of inquiry, and welcomes everyone to stop by—even if it is just to say hi and look around. The hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; and Sunday, noon to 6:00 p.m.

    Scott Dials of TRW wants us to know, “Antiques are coming back!” Finding that long-lost piece of nostalgia or a piece of American history could be just one stop away at Twin River Wholesale! Check out their Facebook page or stop by at 635 Winchester Avenue in Ashland, Kentucky. TRW may have just what you are looking for.