May 16—Plans call for an artisan market, makerspace
An Albert Lea husband and wife, in collaboration with other entities in the community, are seeking to bring a block on Washington Avenue back to life while also strengthening the area’s artisans and entrepreneurs and growing retail opportunities for residents.
After working on the projects for the last few years, Nic and Sarah Lang want to share their vision this weekend during open houses.
The first is for what they’ve called BRICK + MORTAR Market, which will open in June at 218 S. Washington Ave. and will feature juried artisan, handmade products that are made locally or by other artisans in the state or neighboring states.
The Langs purchased the building in 2019 and have extensively remodeled it. It will house the market on the main level of the building, along with a space for classes and workshops. Their own living space is…