Two friends with a plan
Chris drummer & Mindi Koehler
Chris and Mindi started out by dreaming of a place where they could own a business selling the items that they loved. Their children are all close friends; leading to plenty of committee meetings and bleacher time together to plan and explore their common interests of repurposed vintage furniture, textiles and home decor. They both had strengths to draw inspiration and knowledge from, and found that they complimented each other well. In a sweat-filled gymnasium, Tama County Market was born! The market became a reality with the first Fall Market in September 2022 and continues to grow with each season.
Photos by Claire Mayo Photography.
A vintage wooden display cabinet with a glass door holding folded quilts and pillows, surrounded by decorative items such as a metal deer head wall decor, colorful plates, signs, and lanterns in a rustic setting.
People shopping at an indoor antique market with wooden shelves, decorative items, and string lights hanging from the ceiling.
Display of rustic home decor items, including candles on wooden holders, a cross, a small church model, and decorative angels, with a large weathered "GATHER" sign in the background.
Decorative items on a table including a white ceramic pot with a green succulent, a vintage white scale, a spherical decorative object with black circles, greenery, framed ornaments, and a ceramic pitcher and plate.
A small outdoor market or garden show with flower displays, a spinning wheel, and people browsing and sitting on benches on a cloudy day.