Eastern Market Corp   

2934 Russell St
Detroit, MI 48207
313-833-9300

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Schedule: Mon.-Fri. 5AM-noon; Sat. 5AM- 5PM Detroit's Eastern Market is a gem in a city whose downtown is less-than-inviting to shoppers. It's popular enough to be a tourist stop, but not so touristy that it's lost its historic charm. By early Saturday morning, Russell Street comes alive with a diverse mix of people -- most toting wagons or carts -- in search of the freshest fruits, veggies, poultry, meats, wine and flowers.What used to be the hub of Detroit's large German community (circa the 1880s), today's Eastern Market is home to farmers from Michigan, Ohio and Canada. The growers hawk their goods street market style - with plenty of character and care inside the eight sheds along Russell Street. As part of your history tour, stop by the old R. Hirt Jr. Co., where you can special order cheese and sausage by the cut. You'll also find some new additions, such as antiques, fresh herbs and many organic offerings.The market is also known for its annual Flower Day (in early June), a huge flower/plant sale and festival that attracts more than 80 growers. -- J. Cookis