Strolling Through Eastern Market
Situated in Washington, D.C.’s picturesque Capitol Hill neighborhood is Eastern Market bustling with a wide array of local artists, farmers, and vendors selling their artisanal goods.
Situated in Washington, D.C.’s picturesque Capitol Hill neighborhood is Eastern Market bustling with a wide array of local artists, farmers, and vendors selling their artisanal goods. Whether it’s an intricate tapestry or a week’s work of fresh produce, the Eastern Market has something to offer everyone and has remained in the community for over 136 years.
Browsing through fur coats and other vintage clothing at one of Eastern Market's vendors.
Eastern Market’s outdoor section is open Tuesdays from 12 – 4pm and Saturdays and Sundays from 9am – 3pm.
Vibrant fabrics and intricate artwork with African, Indian, and Egyptian influences line the street.
Left: Handmade coconut wax candles from Pink Petals & Co. Right: Sultry sounds of jazz fill the air as a local musician plays while patrons browse the market’s offerings.
Beautiful fresh fruit from Agora Farms, harvests from the English, Amish, and Mennonite communities of Lancaster, PA. Agora Farms has had a stand at Eastern Market for over 30 years.
Rows of blackberries from Ashton Farms.
Patrons support local, regional farmers and receive in turn high quality, organic, fresh produce.
Left: Whoopie pies from Mim's Bakery in Brogue, PA. Right: A vendor from Agora Farms replenishes her farm stand.
Eastern Market's indoor portion offers flowers, more fresh produce, prepared foods, meats, seafood, cheeses, and baked goods. The indoor market is open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 8am-6pm and Sunday from 8am-5pm.
Left: Beautiful arrangements from family-owned business Blue Iris Flowers. Middle: A vendor prepares japchae, a traditional Korean pancake made with green onions. Right: Various cuts from Canales' Quality Meats.
An array of fruits and vegetables from Paik Produce who specialize in Asian groceries.
Family-owned business Calomiris & Sons has offered locals high quality groceries for over 60 years.
Left: Many of the patrons who typically frequent the market know the vendors by name and vice versa. Right: A sweet treat to finish off the day.
