Shoppers explore the market at a recent rummage sale. | Fulton Street Farmers Market/Facebook
Shoppers explore the market at a recent rummage sale. | Fulton Street Farmers Market/Facebook
The City of Grand Rapids reports that the Fulton Street Farmers Market will celebrate its 100 birthday Saturday, May 7.
According to a news release from the city, Fulton Street Farmers Market is the most tenured farmers market in West Michigan with Mayor Rosalynn Bliss, along with other local officials expected to be on hand for the ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m.
The market will be open from May 7 through Oct. 29 on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will highlight locally produced products from produce to pastries.
“The board of directors of Fulton Street Market has been planning great things for this main season,” said Board Chair Michele Giordano.
The market is a non-profit organization backed by staff and volunteers located at the city’s park. It has partnered with the city’s Parks and Recreation Department to be a pillar for the community.
“Collaboration is at the heart of our department’s mission,” said Parks and Recreation Director David Marquardt. “We’re excited to celebrate this incredible milestone and look forward to continuing this unique and valuable partnership.”
The city reported that the market was created in 1922 to connect farmers, artists and food producers.
“We are fueled by our customers’ passion & commitment to their health and local economy, as well as our dedicated vendors who grow & produce the delicious foods that nourish us,” the news release reported.
Fulton Street Market features 118 outdoor booths, along with indoor booths where vendors sell an array of “fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy, hand-crafted food items and unique artisan products,” according to the city.
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