The Fredericktown Flea Market is housed in the historical Sun Glo furniture factory building. It has been a part of the community for over 100 years. We are privileged to share in this building’s rich local history.

Sun Glo Furniture Factory

The Sun Glo furniture factory was built in the late 1800s. It was one of the most influential local industries of it’s time. It helped to support the community by employing hundreds of local carpenters and workers. In it’s prime, it wasn’t uncommon for locals to have at least one family member or friend who worked at Sun Glo. The Sun Glo factory was in business for decades until it closed in the mid 1900s. But, residue of it still exist today. If you look at the water tower behind the building, you can still faintly see the words “Sun Glo” painted on it.

After Sun Glo

Since the Sun Glo factory closed, the building has housed a variety of  businesses. Some of the items that have been manufactured there include airplane wings, dog cages, rain coats, and trophies. Spaces of the building have been used for businesses such as a cabinet shop, sign shop, and gym. It has always been a space that community members have used to contribute to the local economy.

Today

Today, The Fredericktown Flea Market operates in a portion of the Sun Glo building and on it’s grounds. The building continues to offer opportunities to build community and to support the local economy. Vendors and shoppers alike are taking part in an on-going local history. To learn more about how to become a vendor, click here.

Your Stories

Many community members have mentioned personal stories about the Sun Glo building.  Some folks remember themselves or a relative working there.  We’d love to hear your stories! Please stop by and share them with us or e-mail them to us at fredericktownfleamarket@gmail.com.