Historic Marion Tailgate Market
67 W Henderson St
Marion, NC 28752
USA
Saturdays, May through October 10:00am-6:00pm
Tuesdays, May-June, 3:00pm-6:00pm
Historic Marion Tailgate Market is a grower-certified market that provides community access to the freshest, best quality foods available anywhere. We value family farms, endorse sustainable production practices and innovation, contribute to the health and prosperity of the local community and support the creation of a local food economy.
Market Goals:
• Create a viable retail market for locally produced products and value-added products;
• Create opportunities for small and mid-size family farms to engage profitably in production agriculture;
• Improve public health through increased availability and consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables;
• Reduce hunger and food insecurity in McDowell County;
• Strengthen the social fabric of the community by building awareness and appreciation for local agriculture;
• Enhance tourism and retail trade in Downtown Marion through spillover of market shoppers; and
• Foster entrepreneurial opportunities for small home-based business owners and youth