About 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 can sell their merchandise at affordable prices to the public. Ben Sr had experience in the flea market business since 1975 and in the early 80’s he decided to build flea markets throughout the Southeast. When pondering 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.

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