The Beehive Mercantile

The Beehive Mercantile, located at 1141 Stanley Street in New Britain, CT, is an antique and crafters marketplace featuring space for 55 local vendors selling vintage finds, handcrafted goods, collectibles, and home décor. Co-owners Gary and Sheryl Mala opened the business in 2025 after 12 years as vendors in other spaces, establishing it as the first business of its kind in New Britain. The store celebrates timeless craftsmanship and local creativity, offering one-of-a-kind pieces in the former Wilcox-Rau Chevrolet dealership.