Media & Press

The Melrose Trading Post was founded in 1997 at Fairfax High School in Los Angeles, CA by Whitney Weston and Pierson Blaetz as a part of their non-profit organization, Greenway Arts Alliance. Greenway Arts run a professional 99-seat theatre on Fairfax Avenue and runs arts education programs and workshops at Fairfax High School.

Melrose Trading Post in the Media

When writing, talking, photographing, and getting the word out about Greenway Arts Alliance and the Melrose Trading Post, you are helping our community thrive and grow. Thank you for your support!

Dogs costume contest growls into MTP

Beverly Press / Park La Brea News

Los Angeles Times

The best places to shop for secondhand furniture in Los Angeles

Queerty.com

Spencer Liff on punking out Elle Fanning, his leather obsession & the secret to drag queen choreo

Fashion Journal

City Guide: The best spots in LA according to Australian actress, Grace O’Sullivan

AFAR MAGAZINE

The Most Authentic Places to Shop and Dine in Los Angeles

Food & Wine

Our Favorite Places to Eat, Sleep, and Explore in Los Angeles

Only in Your State

The Epic Weekly Market In Southern California That Is So Much More Than Great Shopping

Melrose Trading Post

Marie Claire

48 Hours in Los Angeles: What to Eat, See, Do, and Wear

Beverly Press

Dog costume contest barks into Melrose Trading Post

Beverly Press

Family fun and activities return to Melrose Trading Post

The Independent

How to spend a day in West Hollywood, LA’s high-energy playground

Los Angeles Times

How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Jodie Sweetin

The Argonaut

Creating Space for Color: BIPOC retailers play an important role in preserving fashion history

Beverly Press

Celebrate Juneteenth at the Melrose Trading Post! (Page 20)

The LA Girl

Everything You Need to Know About the Melrose Trading Post

VoyageLA Magazine

Melrose Trading Post: The Heart of Giving Back to the L.A. Community

Jen on the Run

Shopping The Melrose Trading Post: INCREDIBLE Vintage Clothes, Jewelry, Antiques & More

Salt and Wind Travel

Local Gems: Ten Indie Spots To Shop in Los Angeles

Univision

JLo reafirma que le encanta ir al mercado de pulgas junto a Emme

Fashion Network

Streetwear brand Neoity reveals its new store in Los Angeles

Van Life Wanderer

The 11 Best Swap Meets And Flea Markets In Los Angeles In 2022

Beverly Press / Park La Brea News

Community Organizations Celebrate Juneteenth

Los Angeles Times

11 Unique L.A. flea markets to check out during your next treasure hunt

105.7 The Point

Red Hot Chili Peppers dropping new song and video at midnight Friday

Los Angeles Magazine

L.A.’s Neighborhood Style: Flea Market Fashion

Travel + Leisure

23 Best Things to Do in LA, From Art Museums to Markets

Daily Bruin

UCLA alumnus Kyron Shochat expands art business to marketplaces

Los Angeles Times

"I manifested the perfect jean jacket and the Melrose gods delivered."

USC Annenberg Media

USC sophomore Mya Davis works as a graphic designer for Black Out the Ballot, setting up a voter registration booth at MTP.

LA Times Lifestyle

How L.A.'s indie craft markets and fairs are using mystery boxes and Instagram Live to survive

DoLA.com

The Melrose Trading Post Returns After a Hiatus Due to COVID-19

The Daily Californian

The Daily Californian - Los Angeles: City of angels, food, sunshine

Honey Travel on Nine.com

Getaway host Jason Dundas’ favourite things to do in Los Angeles

Evening Standard Magazine

The Ultimate Feel-Good Guide to Los Angeles

Broadway World

GAA's Whitney Weston & Pierson Blaetz Talk Flea Markets, Teaching Kids & Loving LUCY

Park La Brea News

Greenway Arts Alliance celebrates 20 years of supporting Fairfax High School

Daily Bruin

Cents of Style: Five tips to help navigate the bustling Melrose Trading Post

Racked LA

The Best Street Style Looks at the Melrose Trading Post

Huffington Post

LA Stories: Throwing in the Towels at Hollywood YMCA and Greenway's Social Entrepreneurship

Racked LA

LA’s 24 Best Vintage Stores and Fleas to Explore Right Now

Business Insider

Here are the real best things to do in Los Angeles, according to locals

Huffington Post

"Work Hard, Stay Humble, Be Kind": Fashioning a Dream and a Positive Message

We Like LA

13 Things Your Dog Really Wants To Do With You in Los Angeles

Los Angeles Magazine

These are the Best Vendors You Never Knew About at the Melrose Flea Market

LA Weekly Features Vendor John Diresta

John Diresta's Strange Journey from the NYPD to Sitcom Star to the Melrose Trading Post

KPCC The Frame

A theater, flea market and a high school combine forces for arts success.

Stanford Social Innovation Review

Nonprofit-Public School Alliance

Thank you to everyone who is compelled to write about or take photos of the Melrose Trading Post. Continue the good work!

Melrose Trading Post Marketing

  • On Sundays, large banners are up along the perimeter of the campus facing Melrose and Fairfax Avenues.
  • Billboard on Vermont Avenue.
  • Publications we advertise with or have been featured in include: Beverly Press, Park La Brea News, Los Angeles Times, Larchmont Buzz, The Independent, Forbes, USC Annenberg Media, The Daily Bruin, The Argonaut (SMC), Mommy Poppins, New York Times, Voyage LA, Hotels Above Par, Spectrum News, NBC’s California Live, Fox 11 In Depth, Vox.com and more.
  • We have a popular email list for patrons to find out what’s happening next at MTP.

  • We utilize many popular online publications such as ExperienceLA.com, LAWeekly.com, Yelp, RackedLA, Daily Candy, Discover Los Angeles, Lonely Planet, KPCC.org, GuidePal, and more.
  • Our social media accounts are thriving!  Connect with @MTPFairfax or @MelroseTradingPost on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube and Yelp!!  We use social media accounts to promote vendors, musicians and promotions throughout the week and on market days.
  • Search our favorite ####Hashtags for collections of market photos: #MelroseTradingPost, #MusicofMTP,   #PeopleofMTP, #DogsofMTP #ShopLocalLA and #TradingPostTrees