A visionary governor, Gaston Caperton, set the platform for Tamarack’s conception, and in October 1989, the Parkways Authority issued a bond in which part was used to fund the project.  In May 1993 Clint Bryan and his associates won the design for the project. Their proposed design was eye-catching, innovative, and uniquely functional.  Radford and Radford won the construction contract and broke ground in August 1994. Tamarack Marketplace is the nation’s first showcase of hand-crafted items, fine art, and regional cuisine.  Today Tamarack is renowned for its artisans and is a popular gathering place for travelers.