Famous-Barr

The Famous-Barr Co. (originally Famous and Barr Co.) was a division of Macy's, Inc. (formerly Federated Department Stores). Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, in the Railway Exchange Building, it was the flagship store of The May Department Stores Company, which was acquired by Federated on August 30, 2005. On February 1, 2006, it was subsumed into the newly created Macy's Midwest division.

"Famous Clothing Store" redirects here. For defunct Los Angeles-based Famous Department Store, see Famous Department Store.
The Famous-Barr Co.
IndustryRetail
Founded1911
FounderDavid May
DefunctSeptember 9, 2006
FateAcquired by Macy's
SuccessorMacy's
HeadquartersSt. Louis, Missouri
ProductsClothing, footwear, bedding, furniture, jewelry, beauty products, and housewares.
ParentThe May Department Stores Company (1911–August 30, 2005)
Federated Department Stores, Inc. (August 30, 2005–September 9, 2006)
WebsiteArchived official website at the Wayback Machine (archive index)
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