SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — The Old Capitol Farmer's Market opened for it's 27th season Saturday.
Jay Shanle, Executive Director of Downtown Springfield, Inc., said the Farmer's Market allows the community to connect to where their food is coming from.
"We are down state's largest producer only market. What that means is you're meeting the people that grew, or raised, or made your food," Shanle said. "I think that's a big draw here because it's an authentic market. You get to meet the people that are putting the food on your table."
SNAP customers can use their SNAP card and get double points at the Farmer's Market.
The Farmers Market is open 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Wednesdays and 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays.
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