History - Pike Place Market

Empowering Pike Place: Unveiling Remarkable Women Achievements

Discover the untold stories of women who have left an indelible mark on the iconic Pike Place Market. From pioneering entrepreneurs to steadfast advocates, women have played a pivotal role in shaping the history and success of our vibrant marketplace.

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Soul of Seattle Video Series

Listen and learn why entrepreneurs have set their roots in Pike Place Market. In this series explore what makes the Market special.

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Our Most Popular Instagram Posts from 2023

⁣⁣Look back at 2023 with Pike Place Market! Scroll down to view our most popular Instagram photos/videos from the past year. ⁣⁣

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16 Things You May Not Know About Pike Place Market

As we celebrate turning 116 years old, discover more of the lesser-known treasures of Pike Place Market with these 16 insider facts!

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History of the PDA’s Market Restoration and Rehabilitation

Learn more about the history of our district’s buildings and how the PDA began 50 years ago to rehabilitate those in critical need of restoration.

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Our Most Popular Instagram Posts from 2022

Look back at 2022 with Pike Place Market! Scroll down to view our most popular Instagram photos/videos from the past year. ⁣⁣

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Preserving Our Famous Sign

Our iconic Public Market Center Clock & Sign is undergoing a restoration project. Learn more about this historic moment and the team helping to preserve the Market.

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Celebrating 65 Years of Manzo Brothers Produce

Owner Mario “Mark” Manzo is retiring after working at the produce stand for nearly 60 years.

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instagram photos from 2021

A Year in Photos: Our Most Popular Instagram Photos from 2021

A year in review! Look back at 2021 with Pike Place Market! Click to view our most popular Instagram photos from the past year. ⁣⁣

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FREE Downloadable Pike Place Market Book

Did you know Pike Place Market is one of the most studied public markets in the world? The Pike Place Market PDA has put together a free digital book sharing stories from the Market’s rich 114-year history.

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Celebrating 50 Years of the Friends of the Market

Celebrating 50 Years of the Friends of the Market!

Pike Place Market would not be here today without a group of Market advocates called Friends of the Market. They saved Pike Place Market 50 years ago and are still an active part in its preservation.

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Frank's Quality Produce Celebrates 40th Anniversary

Frank’s Quality Produce Celebrates 40th Anniversary

The highstall in the Corner Market building celebrated its 40th anniversary on March 12, 2019, but the Genzale Family has been at Pike Place Market much longer.

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Pike Place Market Joins Internationally Renowned Public Markets in Magnificent Seven Alliance

Since 1907, Pike Place Market has been the soul of Seattle and the source of some of the best locally grown produce, fresh seafood, specialty food, handmade gifts and independently owned shops and boutiques.

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