The seeds of today’s Dallas Farmers Market were planted back in the late 1800s. That’s when farmers from the rural areas surrounding the rapidly growing city began bringing fresh produce, pigs and chickens to sell on the very site now occupied by the Market. This informal arrangement continued until 1941, when the first open-air shed sprouted and the city officially recognized the Dallas Farmers Market. Additional buildings were added in 1946, 1954 and 1982.

Today, the Dallas Farmers Market is one of the few places in the country where farmers sell their crops directly to customers. And because it’s located downtown, it’s the perfect shopping spot for residents, office workers and visitors looking for a taste of Texas at its freshest. Plus, with extras like cooking classes, a collection of international merchants, flower and gardening vendors, and a full calendar of events, there’s something to suit every taste at the Dallas Farmers Market.