In 2022 the Rist Institute for Sustainability and Energy at UMass Lowell launched an indoor farmers market in partnership with Mill City Grows and several other local vendors. This initiative is an extension of our Urban Agriculture Program.
"The winter market makes it easy to shop local, meet new businesses, and discover what Lowell has to offer," says Craig Thomas, assistant director for the Office of Sustainability.
The 2023-2024 Indoor Farmers Market Season is Over... Be Sure to Check Back for the 2024-2025 Season!
If you are a new vendor, or a vendor that is interested in returning, visit this page in the near future for a link to sign up to apply to be a vendor for the 2024-2025 Indoor Farmers Market Season.
Taste the Acre
The Taste of the Acre initiative is a showcase of the diverse and exceptional food businesses located in the Acre neighborhood of Lowell. This area has long been a welcoming gateway for immigrants, a rich history that is reflected in its thriving food establishments. The program aims to support these businesses by attracting new customers to the neighborhood and collaborating with business owners to expand their operations. A portion of the funding for 'Taste of the Acre' comes from the Acre Transformative Development Partnership, a program managed by MassDevelopment.
Take a tour of all the participating Taste of the Acre establishments via Google maps.
Thank You to All the Vendors Who Participated During the 2023-2024 Indoor Farmers Market Season!
In addition to our resident vendor Mill City Grows, please see the full list of rotational vendors.