Magnolia Market facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Magnolia Market |
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Retail store at Magnolia Market Complex, Waco, TX
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| Alternative names | Magnolia Market at the Silos |
| General information | |
| Type | Retail complex |
| Address | 601 Webster Avenue, Waco, Texas, United States 76706 |
| Coordinates | 31°33′9.734″N 97°7′47.179″W / 31.55270389°N 97.12977194°W |
| Opening | October 30, 2015 |
| Cost | US$1,400,000 |
| Owner | Magnolia Market, LLC |
| Technical details | |
| Floor area | 20,000 sq ft (1,900 m2) |
| Other information | |
| Number of stores | 3 |
| Number of restaurants | Variable number of food trucks |
| Parking | On site surface lot, street parking, nearby surface lots |
Magnolia Market at the Silos, often called Magnolia Market, is a fun shopping area in downtown Waco, Texas. It covers two city blocks. The market is famous for its two tall silos, which are 120 feet high. These silos were built in 1950 for a cotton oil company.
The market opened in October 2015. It is owned by Chip and Joanna Gaines. They are TV stars from the HGTV show Fixer Upper. The Gaines family completely changed this old Waco landmark. Their work has helped Waco and the areas around it grow. The success of the "Silos," as people call it, has brought many good changes to Waco. More restaurants have opened, and tour buses visit daily.
Discovering Magnolia Market
The market grounds have many cool places to explore. There is a large retail store inside an old grain barn. You can also find a food truck park with picnic tables. There is a garden store and a bakery too. A big lawn area is perfect for relaxing. You can visit the grounds for free, except during special events.
Visitors and Events
In 2016, its first full year, Magnolia Market welcomed about 1.9 million visitors. That's a lot of people! The market often hosts special events. These include "Spring at the Silos" in March and "Silobration" in October. There is also "Christmas at the Silos." These events feature concerts, vendor booths, and other fun activities.
Future Plans and Growth
In 2019, plans were announced for a big expansion. This project will cost $10.4 million. The expansion will add new shops and public spaces. These new areas will be around the famous silos. New attractions will include a whiffle ball field and more gardens. A historic church from Waco will also be moved to the site. Magnolia Market already attracts about 30,000 visitors every week.
