Farmers Markets are as old as civilization. They can be traced back to ancient civilizations like Egypt and Mesopotamia. Farmers and artisans used them to sell their wares and produce along the Nile River to travelers passing through, according to Frisco Fresh Market. They began in North America in the 1600s. with European colonization. Since the 1990s, they have become especially popular.
The nature of farmers markets changed beginning in the middle of the twentieth century, mainly because of urbanization. Moving from produce and reseller markets to farm producer-only markets, they have only continued to grow with the farm-to-table movement.
What makes farmers markets special is that goods are fresh and seasonal. What is found in the market stalls in the spring are often different from the fall. Also, people have become more interested in where their food comes from, often bringing about relationships between farmers and their customers.
Sumner County offers a number of Farmers Markets that provide locally grown produce, meats, cheeses, and other food items. Some of the markets also allow artists and artisans to sell their products.
Hendersonville Farmers and Artisans Market
The Streets of Indian Lake
300 Indian Lake
Hendersonville, Tennessee
Saturday, May 24 through September 27, 2025
8:15 a.m. until 1:15 p.m.
The Hendersonville Farmers and Artisan Market is coming back to The Streets of Indian Lake for the 17th year. Once again, there will be fresh meats and produce, flowers, bedding plants, artisan goods and live entertainment.
Gallatin Farmers Market
Gallatin Fire Department
160 West Franklin Street
Gallatin, Tennessee
Saturdays, May 3 through September 27, 2025
9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Offering the season’s best fresh produce, fresh baked goods, local honey, farm-raised meats including pork, beef, turkey, and chicken, jams & jellies, herbs, pickles, honey, farm fresh eggs, homemade pet treats, and locally grown plants, the Market brings items straight from the producers to the community. Great gifts and home decor can also be found at the Market, including local handmade artisan crafts such as vegan soaps and lotions, leather makes, woodcrafts, candles, jewelry, and more. Organizers are still taking applications for vendors for this year. Contact the Chamber of Commerce at (615) 452-4000 or [email protected].
Portland TN Farmers Market
Richland Park
321 Portland Boulevard
Portland, Tennessee
Thursdays, May 8 through August 30, 2025
3:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
(615) 364-5647
https://www.facebook.com/portlandtnfarmersmarket/
The priority of the Portland Farmers Market is getting the food and goods from local farmers and artisans into the mouths and hands of the local community. Vendors include those who have participated since the beginning, like Farmer David, to new businesses. For more information contact [email protected].
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