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RE-IMAGINING THE BROADWAY MARKET Inspirations for Creativity, Renewal & Growth
Back wall of the Broadway Market, Buffalo - Easter 2006
Click image above for history and pictures from Buffalo's Broadway Public Market
ForgottenBuffalo.com supports the re-imagining of the Broadway Market. The city’s largest and oldest public market is located in the Historic Polonia District. Only 2 miles from the downtown business core, it rates as one of our region’s most cherished institutions…an environment that is uniquely Buffalo. Periodically, Forgotten Buffalo will post pictures from other regional public markets to give those with a vision and creativity, a glimpse of what could be…
Current conditions of the Broadway Market - 2008
A slow Saturday at the Broadway Market. New leadership is needed to ensure a future for one of Buffalo's most beloved sites
Public Market - Hamilton, Ontario
The Market has been in its current location next to the Hamilton Public Library since August 1980. The modern architectural design provides a mezzanine level and lower level, consisting of 176 stands and approximately 80 stallholders. All indoors!
Specialty products are also imported from many other countries around the world. This excellent product mix is offered each market day and attracts regular customers from the local community and tourists from all over the world. Click image to visit website
There are rows of farm fresh produce from sun-ripened tomatoes, fresh picked apples, nuts, dried fruit, bright coloured flowers, lettuce crisp and fresh, the choicest cuts of meats, fish - the finest from the sea, fresh baked goods, tangy cheeses, tropical fruits and even coffee and donuts. Click image to see list of vendors
Hours of operation include are Tuesdays 7a-6p, Thursdays 7a-6p, Fridays, 8a-6p & Saturdays, 6a-6p (The Market is closed on Mondays, Wednesdays, Sundays and all statutory holidays.
Originally founded in 1837, this indoors farmers market is located downtown at 55 York Blvd. and features the usual mix of local farm produce and ethnic specialties. The Hamilton Farmers Market is actually older than the city! It’s been rated one of the best farmers markets in Ontario, as goods are brought in from all over the Niagara garden belt.
The Market also offers a very strong supporting ethnic base, with many cultures being represented under one roof including: Italian, German, Hungarian, Caribbean, Asian and others. The Hamilton Farmers' Market is a cross-roads and meeting place for many.
Closed stand? Vendor on vacation? No open sore here. Uniformed drapery provides a clean appearance.
Over the past 170 years the Hamilton Market has survived and prospered through eight Market renovations. The city regards the Market as a valuable asset for the City of Hamilton and an essential part of Hamilton's Urban Renewal Plan. Over the past several years, it has become clear that the Market has fallen behind in its design and aesthetic appeal, and in its ability to service the needs of today's customers. Over $5.1 million dollar are being set aside for upgrade.
A Greek Food Vendor. The Hamilton Farmers' Market Analysis and Action Plan was acted upon by the City Council. A public Hamilton Farmers' Market Idea meeting was held in February 2007. A Project Manager has been hired to oversee the renovation. The hiring of an architect for the project is in progress. A suitable location to move the Market, during the proposed renovations, is being sought.
Low ceilings in many of the market areas are similar to the Broadway Market
Public Market - Welland, Ontario
The Welland Farmers’ Market has been centrally located on its present site since 1907. The current building was constructed in 1922. The market features over 60 vendors that include seasonal farmers and year round butchers, bakers, cheese shoppes, fish and poultry stands.
Indoor portion of market features 5 butcher vendors
Public Market - St. Catharines, Ontario
Located in the heart of St. Catharines, the market is one of the oldest in Ontario and the place where local farmers have been selling their goods since the early 1800´s. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh cut flowers, poultry, cheese, eggs, honey homemade preserves and baked goods are available. Historically significant buildings surround the Market. The St. Catharines Farmers’ Market is one of the longest standing markets in the province of Ontario. The St. Catharines Market was referred to in the British American Journal of 1834.
Located in the heart of St. Catharines, the market is one of the oldest in Ontario and the place where local farmers have been selling their goods since the early 1800´s. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh cut flowers, poultry, cheese, eggs, honey homemade preserves and baked goods are available. Historically significant buildings surround the Market. The St. Catharines Farmers’ Market is one of the longest standing markets in the province of Ontario. The St. Catharines Market was referred to in the British American Journal of 1834.
