TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT THE MARKET The History Tupelo Furniture Market opened in September 1987 as a showcase for the products of a region, which is now widely recognized as a major producer of lowand medium-priced home furnishings. Today, the market offers hundreds of exhibitors in more than 1.5 million square feet of space, all on one level. In 2003, TFM received the Mississippi Governor’s Cup District Award. The Show Unmatched service & hospitality. Known as the friendliest market with a relaxed atmosphere. Manufacturers that only exhibit in Tupelo. Single story shopping convenience. Bi-annual furniture market in January and August. Show dates are Thursday through Sunday. The Statistics One of the largest order-writing markets in the country. Buyer attendance from all 48 states & foreign countries. More than 300 exhibitors annually from all over the world showcase an exceptional selection of case goods, upholstery, bedding, accessories and services. More then 3,000 participants per market. The Location Tupelo Furniture Market’s hometown of Tupelo has been selected numerous times as an All-American City. Tupelo is known nationwide as a key city for economic and industrial growth. Since the early ‘80’s, Lee County has created an average of 1,000 additional manufacturing jobs every year. A large percent of the population in Northeast Mississippi is employed in the furniture industry. Tupelo, Lee County and Northeast Mississippi are the upholstery capital of the world. The State of Mississippi is the Southern Hospitality State. The Services Our housing program reserves hotel rooms throughout the region. Complimentary shuttle service is available from both the Tupelo & Memphis airports, & hotels throughout the city. Over 2 million square feet of complimentary parking adjacent to the facilities. Every morning Thursday through Sunday enjoy a complimentary buyer breakfast located in the front of Building 5. Furniture Factors, Inc. is the sponsor of this year’s breakfasts. Every evening Thursday through Saturday enjoy a complimentary dinner buffet served in the food court of Building 6. Dinner is followed by entertainment. The National Buyer’s Award Presentation is held Thursday night of the market. Manufacturer’s Representative Award Ceremony Friday night of the market. Market Hours Thursday, Friday & Saturday - 8AM to 6PM Sunday - 8AM to 5PM 94
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