The Halifax Farmers’ Market was created by Royal Proclamation in June of 1750, a year after the founding of Halifax. The Governor and Council designated a site for the Market – the present day Bank of Montreal building. For 50 years this flesh, meat or cattle market, as it was known, sold produce as well as livestock delivered from Acadian farms in the Annapolis Valley and from local farm production.
In 1848 the City of Halifax was incorporated and the original City Charter conveyed the Country Market property to the city “for the public and common benefit and use of the City of Halifax according to the true interest and meaning of the original grant.” The Market has operated in several locations across the city since its inception in 1750, but moved to the Halifax Seaport in 2010 where it is now known as the Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market – the longest continuously running Market in North America and proudly hosting over 250 vendors!
Celebrate 265
The Halifax Farmers’ Market, now known as the Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market, is the oldest, continuously operating farmers’ market in North America. It was established by royal decree in 1750, just one year after the establishment of Halifax itself. To mark this significant milestone, the Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market will hold anniversary celebrations during the annual Harvest Festival which takes place October 17 and 18, 2015.
Interesting Articles:
Halifax Farmers’ Market Celebrates 265-Year Odyssey By Dave Belt
The LaPierre Legacy by Dave Belt
Halifax Farmers’ Market celebrates 265 years – CBC Nova Scotia
Halifax Farmers’ Market celebrates 265 years in operation – Global Halifax
Vendor Spotlight – Ripley’s Maple by Laura Kirkpatrick
Vendor Spotlight – Stella’s Antiguan Cuisine by Laura Kirkpatrick
Vendor Spotlight – Ashwurks by Laura Kirkpatrick
Vendor Spotlight – Andrea’s Jewelry Designs by Laura Kirkpatrick
Vendor Spotlight – Barbara Pottie Holmes Art by Laura Kirkpatrick
Vendor Spotlight – Sharon’s Serenity SeaGlass by Laura Kirkpatrick
Vendor Spotlight – To Lain Roads (J.D. Goossens) by Laura Kirkpatrick
Vendor Spotlight – Adorable Adoptables by Laura Kirkpatrick
Vendor Spotlight – Cards By Kate by Laura Kirkpatrick
Vendors Spotlight – Gourmandises Avenue Chocolaterie
Halifax Seaport
The Halifax Seaport is a vibrant arts and cultural district found at the south end of the Halifax waterfront. Extending from Piers 19 to 23, you will find artisans, retailers, cruise terminals, event facilities, cafés, galleries, offices, a museum, a university and the Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market. This district has been redeveloped to showcase local talent and is now a popular destination for locals and visitors alike.
We invite you to discover the Halifax Seaport.
