Mayor Bowser Cuts Ribbon on Eastern Market Store at Reagan National Airport

Mayor Muriel Bowser officially opened the Eastern Market retail store at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, which features products from over a dozen local vendors from the iconic Eastern Market. Spanning 3,544 square feet, the store aims to provide travelers with locally made goods, souvenirs, and everyday convenience items. Bowser highlighted the store's role in supporting small businesses and allowing visitors to take a piece of DC home. The ribbon-cutting also celebrated additional DC-based stores at the airport, including Solid State Books and the DC Arts District Store, promoting local entrepreneurship. This initiative stems from a public-private partnership involving the District, MWAA, and WHSmith.

The store demonstrates a commitment to enhancing traveler experience while uplifting local vendors. Bowser's FY26 Budget, Grow DC, outlines plans to further support economic growth by easing regulations for small businesses. The Eastern Market store is expected to attract millions of travelers annually, showcasing the essence of DC.