Whether it’s fashion, beauty, or home essentials, you’ll find exactly what you need for the occasions that matter most. And we’re so much more than just a store—we’re also the home of larger-than-life celebrations that bring us all together. Stop in to experience the magic of Macy’s for yourself.
1858
Rowland H. Macy opened R.H. Macy & Co. as a dry-goods store in New York City. First-day sales totaled $11.06.
1859
Macy’s first-year sales were approximately $85,000 with an advertising budget of $2,800.
1861
Macy’s was the first retailer to welcome Santa Claus into the store.
1874
Macy’s debuted the first holiday-window display of any retailer.
1902
Macy’s moved to Herald Square in New York City, our headquarters to this day.
1924
Macy’s Herald Square location became the largest store in the world following completion of the 7th Avenue addition.
1924
10,000 people watched Macy’s first parade, now known as Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®.
1934
Macy’s set modern merchandizing standards by grouping single sizes with a range of style, color, and price.
1939
Macy’s president Fred Lazarus Jr. persuaded President Roosevelt to move Thanksgiving earlier in November, extending the shopping season.
1946
Macy’s Flower Show debuted as the first-ever department store floral showcase at our Union Square store in San Francisco.
1947
Macy’s was featured prominently in the film Miracle on 34th Street, tying Santa to our iconic NYC headquarters in Herald Square where he greets children every year at Santaland.
1976
Macy’s held its first 4th of July Fireworks® show. It’s now the largest Independence Day fireworks display in the nation.
1985
I.N.C. International Concepts, a Macy’s private label brand, launches.
1996
Macys.com launched, extending our footprint to digital.
2015
Macy’s launched Backstage off-price stores.
