Hard to believe, but apple season is here! @AmesFarm is at the market with Frist Kiss, Zestar and SweetTango apples.
ABOUT
Mill City Farmers Market is Minneapolis’ trusted source for healthy, local and sustainable groceries, combining a vibrant marketplace with nourishing community connection. MCFM is a non-profit organization that was founded in June of 2006 by farm-to-table chef and restaurantuer Brenda Langton, in collaboration with the Mill City Museum. With over 100 local farmers, food makers and artists, MCFM strives to build a local, sustainable and organic food economy in a vibrant, educational marketplace.The year round Saturday Market runs outdoors May through October from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. (9 – 1 in October) and is located next to the Guthrie Theater on 2nd Street S. and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis’ Downtown East neighborhood. MCFM has its Winter Markets inside the historic Mill City Museum (no admission required) on select Saturdays November through April from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. We accept EBT, WIC, FMNP and credit/debit cards for market shopping.In addition to delicious local food, MCFM is proud to offer free cooking classes with professional chefs, engaging children’s activities, adult education on seasonal produce, live music, free outdoor yoga and much more at each of our markets. We hope you come down and see us soon–remember your grocery list!Mill City Farmers Market is a 501(c)4 non-profit that seeks marketing sponsorships and funding from local businesses and corporations. In 2017, MCFM founded a 501(c)3, The MCFM Charitable Fund to fund and expand our educational programming, food access work and farmer and food maker grants. The Charitable Fund seeks funding through foundation grants and individual contributions.
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MISSION, VISION & VALUES
MILL CITY FARMERS MARKET
MISSION: To inspire and nurture a healthy community by building a local, sustainable and organic food economy in a vibrant experiential marketplace.
VISION: To be a nationally recognized marketplace model that connects, educates and empowers a community to support a healthy, sustainable food system to contribute to the success of local food growers and producers.
MILL CITY FARMERS MARKET CHARITABLE FUND
MISSION: To support a healthier community through partnerships, educational programming, and support for organic farmers and local food producers.
VISION: To grow a just, local, sustainable food system by sharing resources and collaborating with others for the health of our community.
SHARED VALUES
- Inclusion. We support access to healthy food for all residents of our community.
- Stewardship. We nourish the health and integrity of land, animals and people.
- Learning. We provide experiential opportunities that educate people about the quality, sourcing and true value of food.
- Leadership. We strive to be a leading voice, innovator and public force for a healthy planet.
- Partnership. We believe authentic, collaborative relationships are essential to achieving our vision.
- Community. We promote a thriving and inclusive gathering place that celebrates our agricultural heritage in a national, historic landmark.
To learn more, read our most recent Report to the Community and our Sustainability Statement
