The All-American Market

President Lincoln stands solemly during the Pledge of Allegiance and then rings the bell to open the Market.

Special guests Abraham Lincoln and the Peace Jubilee Civil War Band helped set the mood for July 6’s All-American Market, which stepped back in time to honor Farmington’s history.

The horns point backward so the marching soldiers can keep pace.

Berries and dogs

Mayor Joe LaRussa helps dish out the ice cream for the twice-delayed Strawberry Shortcake Day.

Volunteers from the Elks grilled hot dogs for the group’s annual fund-raiser.

Meet Maddie, a runaway slave

Runaway slave Maddie, portrayed by actress Madelyn Porter, searched the Market for Farmington’s Nathan Power, a conductor on the Underground Railroad. Her performance brought history to life.

Celebrating Farmington’s Bicentennial

President Lincoln checks out the Market’s Bicentennial display while a visitor stops to read about Nathan Power, the son of Farmington’s founder, and his work with the Underground Railroad. Bottom, children check out some old-time toys.