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Eastern Market

Washington, DC's oldest continually operating public fresh food market, located in a historic 19th-century brick building in the heart of Capitol Hill.

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What is Eastern Market known for?

Eastern Market is a destination for fresh food, community events, and handmade arts and crafts. On weekends, it specifically offers local farm-fresh produce and handmade arts and crafts.

What are the hours for Eastern Market?

The indoor market is open Tuesday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The outdoor market is open Tuesday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The market is closed on Mondays.

Is there parking available at Eastern Market?

Yes, there are 13 free one-hour parking spaces located behind the market, with the entrance from North Carolina Ave SE.

What is the history of Eastern Market?

Eastern Market is Washington, DC's oldest continually operating public fresh food market, attracting shoppers since 1873. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971 and has served as a community hub for over 136 years.

What should I check before going?

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What to know

Eastern Market is Washington, DC's oldest continually operating public fresh food market, serving as a community hub for over 136 years. It is housed in a landmark 19th-century brick building designed by architect Adolf Cluss, who also designed the Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building. The market was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971. Visitors can explore the indoor market, which is open Tuesday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The outdoor market expands the experience, operating on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Tuesdays from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. The market is closed on Mondays. As a destination for fresh food, handmade arts and crafts, and community events, the market offers a vibrant atmosphere. After a devastating early-morning fire in 2007, the building underwent an extensive renovation and reopened in the summer of 2009 to maintain its historic character. Located at 225 7th Street SE, the market is a central point of the historic Capitol Hill neighborhood. It continues to attract an eclectic group of shoppers and food lovers since 1873, acting as a neighborhood town center.

Visitor tips

  • Plan your visit for a weekend to experience the full outdoor market with arts and crafts vendors.
  • If you have a car, there are 13 free one-hour parking spaces located behind the market with entrance from North Carolina Ave SE.
  • Avoid visiting on Mondays as the entire market is closed.

Nearby context

Eastern Market is situated in the heart of the historic Capitol Hill neighborhood, serving as a neighborhood town center and community hub for the residents of Washington, D.C.

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