# Rice's Market Closes After Century-Long Run

> Bucks County's Rice's Market ends 100+ year history with December closure.
- Title: Rice's Market Closes After Century-Long Run · PhillyVoice
- Summary: Bucks County's Rice's Market ends 100+ year history with December closure. Rice's Market in Solebury Township will close on December 29 after operating for…
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- Source: PhillyVoice — https://phillyvoice.com/rices-market-closing-bucks-county-solebury
- Published: 2026-10-09T16:33:53.657+00:00
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## Rice's Market Closes
Rice's Market, a Bucks County bazaar with history tracing back more than a century, will close in December.
## Last Day of Operations
The market will close on December 29, ending its run that stretches back to the 1860s.
## Historic Flea Market
For decades, the flea market hosted over 400 vendors selling antiques, plants, produce, and artisan crafts.
## Family Legacy
The property was originally settled in 1860 by A.L. Rice, who grew produce and raised livestock before becoming a regional auctioneer.
## Owners' Statement
Owners Robert and Barbara Blanche wrote: 'This has been an incubator for side hustles and small businesses.'

> This has been an incubator for side hustles and small businesses
## Reason for Closure
The pending closure is being driven by a changing economic climate in recent years, the owners said.
## Future of Property
The owners did not say what's in store for the future of the property but encouraged visitors to support local businesses.
## Last Days
Rice's Market will remain open every Tuesday and Saturday until December 29, including Black Friday.
## Final Message
The owners thanked vendors, employees, and the community for decades of support and memories.
## Key takeaway

Rice's Market in Solebury Township will close on December 29 after operating for over a century, ending its run as a flea market hub for vendors and small businesses.