Since it’s inception on the town square in the early 1800’s, the Farmers’ Market has been a vital part of Nashville life. Although the market has had several homes, one thing has remained constant; a love of shopping for the best produce, food and bargains in an exciting community setting.

In the early 1800’s Nashville constructed a new City Hall and Market House on the west side of the downtown public square. It was not uncommon to see an overflowing of market vendors lining up on the square four to five rows deep with their wagons to sell fresh products.

During the 1930’s, the City Hall, Market House and Courthouse Buildings were demolished to make way for the new Davidson County Courthouse. A new Market House was constructed on the north side of the square.
In the mid-1950’s the City moved the Farmers’ Market to a new location just north of Downtown on Jefferson Street.

In 1995 the Farmers’ Market was renovated as part of the Bicentennial State Park Mall development. The Market now stretches from Harrison to Jackson Streets on Eighth Avenue and covers 16 acres of urban land.

Today the market is still home to a daily Farmers’ Market with local farmers and produce re-sellers; an interior Market House with eateries and specialty food shops; and a weekend Flea Market with independent entrepreneurs selling new and used items.

In 2006 the Nashville Farmers' Market celebrated 10 years at its' current location. Our beloved market has seen many changes over the years, and in the upcoming years we will be making even more for the better; improved lighting, additional seating, beautiful landscaping and a larger product selection of farm fresh products are just a few.

Beginning in summer 2008 our newly renovated Market House will feature new store layouts, improved lighting, seating and restroom facilities and improved spaces for new and existing tenants. The Market House will be home to unique restaurants, specialty food shops and more.

The Market House will remain open during all renovations.

The Market's Farm Sheds will also see some changes and addtions in 2008. The outdoor produce and plant market will feature designated areas for local farmers and artisan food producers in our Direct Sales area and for produce and plant retailers and in the Resale Sales area. Each area will be easily accessible and clearly labeled for your shopping ease.

Thank you for being a part of the Nashville Farmers' Market Community. We hope you like the changes we are making and appreciate your feedack.

Email the market staff at info@nashvillefarmersmarket.org