Savor the Square is a culturally-inspired economic development initiative that supports BIPOC micro-entrepreneurs, including vendors, musicians, and performers, through a curated platform that allows them to showcase their creative expressions while generating revenue and bridging shared cultural experiences through community. The Nubian Square anchor takes form in a series of monthly themed events held April–October and includes the recent launch of the Greater Roxbury Book Fair as part of its event portfolio.
Savor the Square is a vibrant food market that brings together local food entrepreneurs and the community in the heart of Nubian Square. This initiative celebrates the rich cultural diversity of Roxbury through food, creating economic opportunities for local vendors while fostering community connections.
Every week, Savor the Square transforms Nubian Square into a lively gathering place where residents and visitors can enjoy delicious, culturally diverse cuisine from local chefs and food entrepreneurs. The market not only provides a platform for small businesses to grow but also creates a welcoming space for community engagement and celebration.
This proactive partnership between TACC, Roxbury Main Streets, and the Boston Public Library is the implementation of a key recommendation from the Nubian Square Market Analysis and enriches the Square in four ways:
The American City Coalition is grounded in an inclusive and collaborative approach to neighborhood revitalization that encourages investment in the community to increase economic opportunity and development in Nubian Square.
Savor the Square is one example of bringing people together and connecting local businesses with residents. It celebrates and leverages the history and cultural assets of the neighborhood to elevate its community.
To ask questions or get involved with Savor the Square, please email, contact us, or call at 857.308.3012.