Smiley's Flea Market

Smiley's Markets & Malls was formed in 1984 by Ben Campen, Sr. He had a vision of providing a place where anyone and everyone could sell their merchandise at an affordable price to the public. Ben has had experience in the flea market business since 1975. In the early 80's he wanted to build flea markets throughout the Southeast. When pondering about a name for the flea markets he wanted something that would reflect a positive light on the business and the people that operated it. Smiley's was the obvious choice. Contrary to what some people believe, his last name is not Smiley, but he will answer to it almost every time you see him. That dream came true in the fall of 1984 in Fletcher, NC. Smiley's opened its doors to a record crowd in the