Old State House Farmers Market Kicks Off Today

Connecticut’s oldest farmers market kicks off its 2019 season at Connecticut’s Old State House, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday, June 18. The market continues Tuesdays and Fridays through October 29.

The Old State House Farmers Market is a vibrant marketplace in downtown Hartford where local farmers and artisans come together with the community to share the best of what Connecticut has to offer, including high-quality Connecticut-grown products and Connecticut-made handcrafted goods. The public is invited to browse the market, shop from the vendors, and enjoy live music on select dates throughout the season.

This year’s vendors include returning favorites Killam and Bassette Farmstead, LLC, Granny's Pie Factory, Pan de Oro Chip Co., Jeff's Kettle Corn, Coltsville National Historic Park, Chet's Italian Ice, and Baubles for Madels. New for 2019 are Beckett Farms, George Hall Farm, Dorothy's Kitchen, and Creative Fusion Glass.

Located in historic downtown Hartford, Connecticut's Old State House served as a seat of government for the Constitution State from 1796 to 1878. The museum is open Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Summer hours begin on July 8: Tues - Sat 10 -4. For more information on visiting the Old State House, school programs, and upcoming events, follow Connecticut's Old State House on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and visit the museum's website at ctoldstatehouse.org.