Q: What’s the name about?

Prussian Street Arcade is more than a name. It’s a tribute to the past and a celebration of small business, creative hustle, and community in the present.

With a memorable name like ours, we get this question a lot!

Our original location sits on Main Street in Manheim, Pennsylvania , but that wasn’t always its name. Up until 1923, it was known as Prussian Street, a nod to the town’s deep-rooted German heritage.

When we opened our store, we chose to honor that legacy — and to redefine the shopping experience in the process.

Exterior view of a building with a sign reading '7 Russian St.', potted plants along the sidewalk, and a sidewalk sign indicating the business is open, with a blue sky and some clouds above.
Nighttime exterior view of a retail store called Pusorian St. Showcase, with signs indicating a boutique shopping experience. The store has large glass windows displaying various colorful items inside, and flags with promotional text near the entrance. The building's facade is illuminated with exterior lighting.

And what about “Arcade”?

The word arcade doesn’t just mean flashing lights and pinball machines. Historically, an arcade is:

“an arched, covered passageway lined with shops — or a building that includes many shops under one roof.”

That’s exactly what we are:
A curated indoor marketplace, home to hundreds of independent merchants, artists, and vintage pickers — all under one shared roof.

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A clothing boutique displays various colorful garments on a rack, with decorative woven baskets and plants on shelves and walls, creating a cozy, rustic ambiance.

💛 A note from the owners 💛

To our amazing customers—thank you.

Every time you choose to shop with us, you’re doing so much more than making a purchase. You’re supporting small businesses, uplifting local makers, and helping our community grow and thrive.

We truly appreciate each and every one of you who walk through our doors, shop our markets, and share in what we’re building together. Your support means everything—not just to us, but to all of the vendors and creatives who pour their hearts into what they do.

Thank you for being part of our story. We can’t wait to continue creating, connecting, and growing with!

P.S.

Meet Our Team

  • Close-up of a woman with long dark hair with tan highlights, wearing a blue shirt with a white collar, looking thoughtfully to the side against a plain white background.

    Susan Ferrari

    Partner, Creative Director

    As a maker and retailer, Susan built a following of thousands of customers who supported her clothing design boutique. As a user of Instagram for commerce since IG’s early days, she excels at connecting with people across the country looking for something unique. She is the primary curator, and designer of the brand aesthetic and message.

  • A man with a beard, glasses, and a tattoo on his left arm, smiling and standing in front of a worn white wall with peeling paint.

    Michael Ferrari

    Partner, Operations Director

    Michael has been in the organizational creative field for over a decade. As a freelance marketing consultant, he helped small to medium sized brands develop content to reach their core audiences. His project management experience was the perfect proving ground for his new role with Prussian Street overseeing teams, facilities, strategy and processes.

  • A young girl with long, light brown hair and blue eyes sitting in a vehicle and smiling at the camera.

    Emily Shotzberger

    West Lancaster Store Supervisor

    Emily joined our team in 2023 and has been an increasingly integral part of our operation. In addition to being our West Lancaster store supervisor, she offers administrative and merchandising experience.

    Emily loves photography, her jeep and her pup Wrangler (who often comes to work with her!).

  • A young man standing inside a greenhouse or tent with a table of colorful items and toys behind him.

    Gabriel Baxter

    Manheim Store Supervisor

    With a background in customer service and logistics, Gabe brings an organized, detail-oriented approach grounded in problem-solving and genuine connection.

    Outside of work, he loves to travel, attend concerts, and capture moments through photography. Gabe’s two dogs are a constant part of daily life, often by his side at work and on new adventures.

    Gabriel approaches everything with intention and creativity, behind the scenes, at a market, or exploring somewhere new.

Join Prussian Street Arcade!

Apply Today

Are you a unique, high quality maker or curator?

We are always adding to our amazing community of merchants. We know you love to share your fantastic goods and wares — your ideas brought to life! From curated and vintage collections, to handmade items, we are looking for entrepreneurs with a unique vision, and creativity as their heartbeat.

If this is you, go on and apply to become a merchant in a Prussian Street Arcade store.