Rowland Hussey Macy Sr.

Entrepreneur

Rowland Hussey Macy Sr. was born in Nantucket, MA on August 30th, 1822 and is the Entrepreneur. At the age of 54, Rowland Hussey Macy Sr. biography, profession, age, height, weight, eye color, hair color, build, measurements, education, career, dating/affair, family, news updates, and networth are available.

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Date of Birth
August 30, 1822
Nationality
United States
Place of Birth
Nantucket, MA
Death Date
Mar 29, 1877 (age 54)
Zodiac Sign
Virgo
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Rowland Hussey Macy Sr. Life

About

The founder of R.H. Macy and Company, the department-store chain, was born.

Before Fame

He worked on the Emily Morgan, a whaling ship, where he acquired the red-star tattoo, which later became a key component of Macy's logo. In 1858 in New York City, he opened R.H. Macy Dry Goods.

Trivia

He pioneered several innovative ways to lure in customers, including a Santa Claus store, various departments, themed exhibits, and illuminated window displays.

Family Life

He had two children with Louisa Houghton, who married in 1844.

Associated With

In the film Miracle on 34th Street, in which Edmund Gwenn appeared as Santa, he was portrayed by Henry Antrim.