Just outside of the confines of the city lies the Montgomery Farm Women's Cooperative. This gem of a local market was established in 1932. Its rotating selection of 75 vendors is available Wednesday to Sunday between 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Some of the produce and home goods are locally made and you can often find artists peddling their own merchandise. Its run like the typical flea market, meaning all prices are negotiable. These women are tough bargainers though so be prepared to walk away if they don't meet your price. Usually the threat of losing business changes their tune. It may sound harsh, but for those market veteran, bargaining is half the adventure.
The jewelry is amazing and you can pick up some cheap beads to make some of your own. Steer clear of the bootlegged DVDs-- most are made-for-tv junk.
For those looking for an adventure in bargaining and bin scouring, you can find the Montgomery Farm Women's Cooperative at:
7155 Wisconsin Ave.
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I love this place!! I've been going there since I was a freshman and have found some really cool things so far, like my favorite pair of mittens and a piece of pottery for my Mom that we found out is from an expensive pottery place near where my aunt lives in PA, and I got it for under 5.00! It's definitely a gem.
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