This Foettinger Furs post card was mailed to a resident at 999 Grandview Avenue in May of 1948. It advertised retail furs and cold storage for furs at a minimum cost of $2 per season. The price included insurance plus free pickup and delivery. Foettinger Furs opened at 1629 West First Avenue in 1931 and was a fixture in the area until the mid-1950s.

The Society evaluated 18 key buildings within the First & Grandview District—an area currently under active planning by the City of Grandview Heights.

These properties, identified in the plan as “redevelopment opportunities,” were assessed for their architectural and historic value. The survey’s focus was on providing relevant background to guide the City’s redevelopment decisions and preserve community character.

You can see the complete evaluation here.

The Society’s triennial Tour of Homes is Sunday, October 5, 2025. You will see 6 homes that are outstanding examples of the varied history and architecture of our two communities of Grandview Heights and Marble Cliff.

Want to enhance your experience? Consider upgrading to a VIP ticket, which includes a delicious brunch and early access to tour homes, giving you a head start to enjoy these beautiful residences. Hurry—VIP tickets are limited and are sure to sell out quickly!

Your tickets can be purchased here.

You can find more information about the Tour, as well as view homes and information from past tours, here.

Join us in celebrating the charm of our communities!

The 100+ Year-Old House Marker Program is active for 2025. New applications can be submitted after August 1, with markers delivered starting mid-August. The 2025 display period will be September and October.

For homeowners who received markers in 2024, those markers can be displayed again during September and October 2025.

For more information, please click here.