HIGH POINT, N.C. (WTVD) -- The High Point Market returns to the furniture capital of the world as tariffs on imported lumber and furniture continue.

The biannual event brings together thousands of people from around the world to see the latest furniture designs.

High Point Market Authority President & CEO Tammy Covington says the market has a major impact on the Tar Heel State's economy.

"$6.7 billion comes to the state of North Carolina as a result of this event. 15,000 jobs just making the event happen," she said.

This year's market is coming at a unique time in the furniture industry.

Earlier this month, the Trump Administration rolled out tariffs on imported lumber and furniture.

The president has said the purpose of the furniture tariffs would be to make North Carolina'

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