The Headhouse Farmers' Market
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We accept food stamps/EBT ACCESS and
WIC/ Senior Citizen FNMP vouchers
at the Headhouse Farmers' Market
Headhouse Farmers' Market is open for its second season. Come by 10am-2pm at 2nd & Lombard Sts in Philadelphia.
“What a treat! This is the farmer's market Center City has been waiting for and needed” – Craig LaBan, Philadelphia Inquirer food critic
“One of the city's newest jewels” –Rick Nichols, Philadelphia Inquirer food writer
“A practice in superlatives” - City Paper Choice Award
Best Farmers' Market
“The gold standard” - Philadelphia Magazine, Best of Philly
The Headhouse Farmers’ market features 25+ farmers, ranchers and artisans selling a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, flowers, meats, cheese and other dairy products from the local region. There are also fantastic seasonal baked goods, locally made ice cream and hot fudge, all natural soaps and lotions and many other specialty items all from the local area!
Who sells at the Headhouse Farmers’ Market on Sundays? Where are they from and what motivates them to grow and produce the best food in our region? Click on the links below and find out!
Increasing Access to Affordable, Nutritious Food
As with all of The Food Trust’s farmers’ markets, The Headhouse Farmers’ Market accepts senior citizens’ and WIC mothers’ Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) vouchers, making the market an affordable place to shop. The Headhouse market also accepts EBT Access cards – food stamp benefits in the form of a swipe card.
The Food Trust has been operating farmers’ markets since 1992, and currently operates farmers’ markets with community partners in diverse neighborhoods throughout the southeastern Pennsylvania area such as Haddington and Northern Liberties. The Food Trust has also assisted the communities of Catasauqua, East Lancaster and West Reading with the start up of their own farmers' markets. This year, including affiliate markets, The Food Trust is operating 30 farmers’ markets. The 2008 schedule of markets is available here.
By providing residents with fresh fruits and vegetables and nutrition-related educational activities and events, The Food Trust’s farmers’ markets directly impact an estimated 115,000 customers each year. The Food Trust’s staff provides nutritional information at our markets as well as shopping tips and education about the different types of fresh fruits and vegetables found at the market.
In addition to being a fun new place to shop for delicious, locally-grown food, the market is also a cornerstone in the Philadelphia region’s growing network of farmers’ markets. The Headhouse Market creates a new revenue source for our region’s farmers, who use the market as a place to grow their businesses and increase the economic viability of their farms. The success of farmers’ markets ensures the sustainability of local farms and enables The Food Trust to continue its mission of ensuring that everyone has access to affordable, nutritious food. It’s worth noting that many of the farmers attending the Headhouse Market are farming on Preserved Farmland.
The Headhouse Farmers' Market is one of many opportunities to support local agriculture in the Philadelphia area this summer. For more information about local food events and particularly Buy Fresh, Buy Local Week visit: www.localfoodphilly.org
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there also a market on Saturdays at 2nd & South Sts. in addition to the Sunday market?
Yes. For those of you who can't make it on Sundays, there is a wonderful smaller market at 2nd & South Sts. on Saturdays from 10am-2pm. For the 2007 season, the 2nd and South farmers’ market will continue at its original location in May and June. On July 7, 2007 the 2nd and South farmers’ market will move one block to 2nd and Lombard Sts. under the Headhouse Shambles. Stop by Saturdays from 10am to 2pm to meet new farmers and producers who are joining long-time favorites such as Henry Fisher, North Star Orchards, and Big Sky Bakery for our 9th year.
Is there parking at the Headhouse Market?
There is no designated parking at this time for market patrons, however there is quite a bit of street parking available and several parking garages very close to the Headhouse Farmers’ Market. Please see this link for a map of parking facilities near the market.
Is there a Market Manager on site?
Yes, Meet Katy the Market Manager.
Do you have other farmers' markets?
Yes, please see our farmers' market page to find a farmers' market in your neighborhood and meet Nicky Uy, Manager of the Food Trust's Farmers Market Program.
How can I support The Headhouse Farmers' Market and The Food Trust?
We're so glad you asked! A donation to The Food Trust helps us carry out our mission to ensure everyone’s access to affordable nutritious food, and can help sustain and improve the new Headhouse Market. You may donate online here. To become a sponsor or to volunteer at the market please email the Market Manager at Kwich@thefoodtrust.org. Buying merchandise is also a great way to support our work. You can purchase Farmers’ Rock shirts and other goodies at our online store.
Buying merchandise is also a great way to support our work. You can purchase Farmers’ Rock shirts and other goodies at our online store.