INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis City Market closed on March 1. Following the closure of the market house to the public, vendors began to decommission their space prior to the beginning of long-awaited renovations. In response to an assessment completed in 2021, the lengthy renovation will address key structural components including ventilation, plumbing, electricity, loading docks, emergency amenities, and more.
It is anticipated that upon reopening, a private operator will be responsible for the day-to-day functions of the market, including assisting in the selection process of future vendors. The Indianapolis City Market Corporation and DMD will work together to develop and implement food access and food entrepreneurship programming through initiatives like Indianapolis’ Original Farmers’ Market.
As a part of a grander vision for the Mile Square, the renovation of the Indianapolis City Market is one of several key components of the City Market East and West Plaza Redevelopment project announced in 2022. In partnership with local developers Gershman Partners and Citimark, this $200 million redevelopment project includes the office-to-residential conversion of the 20-story Gold Building, construction of an 11-story tower on the east wing of the campus, a public plaza on the west wing of the campus, and upgrades to the office tower at 251 E. Ohio St., bringing approximately 400 housing units, pedestrian infrastructure, and public space upgrades to the City Market block.