The original Farmers Market at Third Street and Fairfax Avenue in Los Angeles has been at the center of its cityÂ’s history for 75 years. Farmers Market led Los Angeles out of the Great Depression, drew tourists from around the world, and became the most popular attraction in Southern California. It is Los AngelesÂ’s beloved grocery store, its town square, its favorite dining room and den, HollywoodÂ’s best friend, and one of the cityÂ’s most delightfully eccentric citizens. From its uniquely quirky beginnings to its contemporary stature as the coolest place in town, Farmers Market has a history rich in stories and is alive with character, integrity, and tradition....
