Walgreens celebrates 125 years as your neighborhood pharmacy
Since opening our doors in 1901, we’ve been more than a corner store; we’ve been a cornerstone in the communities we serve. Join us in celebrating our legacy while leaning into what’s next with energy and purpose.
125 years in the making
Read about the moments that defined our past, the people who carried our values forward and the innovations that helped us grow alongside the changing needs of customers and patients.
Hear from leaders and team members, past and present; see how everyday decisions became lasting traditions; and glimpse the future being shaped right now.
125 years of care, shaping what’s next
This video celebrates Walgreens 125-year journey from a single neighborhood drugstore in 1901 to a trusted, modern health and retail destination. Through moments of innovation, community impact and everyday care, it traces how the company has continually evolved to meet the changing needs of customers and communities.
Archives and artifacts that tell the Walgreens story
In the Visualizing Our Past series, take a stroll down memory lane of Walgreens history as our company archivist reflects on what our roots can teach us about our legacy and our future.
Rooted in legacy,
committed to a stronger future
Walgreens has grown from a single 50-by-20-foot neighborhood drugstore into America’s largest independent pharmacy with 125 years of innovation in pharmacy and retail services.
Continue to explore
Our impact
Discover how 125 years of trust, innovation and community service shaped who we are today.
News and stories
Track our company milestones, read executive perspectives and discover how we’re reimagining pharmacy care across the U.S. Real stories, real impact, real time.
We are Walgreens
Follow along on our social media as we highlight team members, communities and initiatives that continue our legacy.