Market History
The Lexington Farmers’ Market was founded in 2005 by three committed local residents and operated by volunteers with support from the Town of Lexington. In 2016, the LFM became 501(c)4 nonprofit corporation overseen by a volunteer Board of Directors. Since its founding, the LFM has expanded and now holds three distinct markets throughout the year: the weekly summer farmers’ market from the end of May-end of October, a Thanksgiving FEASTival the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, and the biweekly Small Yet Mighty Winter Market January through April.
Mission Statement
The Lexington Farmers’ Market connects residents with local farmers and vendors, providing greater access to fresh, locally-grown and -produced food to community members of all income levels. The LFM educates people about healthy eating, nutrition and sustainable agriculture, and provides a social experience that builds community.
Values
The LFM is a producer-only market, meaning that all products sold by LFM farmers, vendors and artisans are locally-grown, locally-sourced or locally crafted, with limited exceptions. We ensure this by visiting farms, going to see where vendors produce their foods, and testing out products. The LFM’s goal is to provide a healthy and vibrant mix of items meeting the needs of the community while representing the best in local farms and food.