Post by CrazyCoffeeFreak on Jul 26, 2023 15:52:56 GMT -5
The F. W. Woolworth Company (often referred to as Woolworth's or simply Woolworth) was a retail company and one of the pioneers of the five-and-dime store. It was among the most successful American and international five-and-dime businesses, setting trends and creating the modern retail model that stores follow worldwide today.
The first Woolworth store was opened by Frank Winfield Woolworth on February 22, 1879, as "Woolworth's Great Five Cent Store" in Utica, New York. Though it initially appeared to be successful, the store soon failed.
Founded February 22, 1879;
144 years ago
Utica, New York, United States
Founder Frank Winfield Woolworth (President)
Defunct July 1997; 26 years ago
(said division only)
Fate: Department stores closed. Name changed in 1997 to Venator Group, and in 2001 to Foot Locker
Successor Foot Locker (1974–present)
The first Woolworth store was opened by Frank Winfield Woolworth on February 22, 1879, as "Woolworth's Great Five Cent Store" in Utica, New York. Though it initially appeared to be successful, the store soon failed.
Founded February 22, 1879;
144 years ago
Utica, New York, United States
Founder Frank Winfield Woolworth (President)
Defunct July 1997; 26 years ago
(said division only)
Fate: Department stores closed. Name changed in 1997 to Venator Group, and in 2001 to Foot Locker
Successor Foot Locker (1974–present)
