Posted on October 1, 2019

2019 Great Public Space: Broad Street Market, City of Harrisburg (Dauphin County)

Economic Development Great Places Urban Design & Placemaking 2019

The Market, which consists of two buildings known as the “Stone Building” and the “Brick Building,” is located in Harrisburg’s Midtown neighborhood amid a mix of residences and local businesses. It’s been functioning for over 150 years and has the distinction of being the oldest continuously operating farmer’s market in the United States. The Market is host to a unique mix of venders that attract customers from the City and across the region. Of note is that the Market has been a start-up hub for some venders to expand by adding a separate neighborhood business, further stimulating the local economy. The Market is a hot spot during lunchtime, as well as on 3rd Fridays when the Market participates in the City’s “3rd in the Burg” event with an offering of live music and vendors staying open late. Through planning, partnerships, and the efforts of the Broad Street Market Alliance, the architecture and historic character of the Market has been preserved and the Market has continued to serve as gathering place and economic hub for the community. With its unique characteristics, diversity of vendors, entrepreneurship and employment opportunities, and community engagement, this Great Public Space is a treasure that contributes to the increasing vitality of the Midtown neighborhood.

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