Henry J. Heinz
THF236948 / Henry J. Heinz
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Artifact Overview
Henry J. Heinz ventured into his first business operation in 1869 selling prepared horseradish out of his family home. His flair for marketing and dedication to providing pure food products ensured his success and by the turn of the century the Heinz brand had become a household name. Here is a portrait of the man himself, H.J. Heinz, founder of the H.J. Heinz Company.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Photographic print
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
EI.1929.616
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of H.J. Heinz Co.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 10.13 in
Width: 8.125 in
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ArtifactHeinz House
Enterprising Henry J. Heinz began his successful business by bottling horseradish in the basement of his parents' home in Sharpsburg, Pennsylvania. From this house, he sold a growing variety of pickles and relishes to neighbors before moving his operation to Pittsburgh. This house currently features an exhibit on the H.J. Heinz Company's innovative business practices and marketing techniques.