Macy's Returning to Kansas City

R.H. Macy and Company came to KC with its purchase of the John Taylor Dry Goods Co in the 1940s . "Macy's on Main", at the intersection of Petticoat Lane and Main Street, opened a short time later, after extensive remodeling to the old store. Eventually growing to 21 stores across the Midwest, Macy's served customers for almost 40 years. In 1986, Macy's sold its Midwest stores to Dillards and withdrew from the Kansas City retail scene.

Well, now they're coming back! Macy's is taking over the Jones Store, and in September all Jones Store locations will become Macy's department stores. It's nice to see a retailer of the caliber of Macy's returning to Kansas City.

I remember Macy's fondly. They were the "classy" store in my childhood, filled with wonderful, quality clothing, housewares, and other items. Welcome back, Macy's!

posted by B.G. Roberts @ 9:01 AM