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John Seven was one of the pioneer merchants of this commercial district. He began business at 636 Wealthy Street in 1889, selling wallpaper, paints, oils, glass, varnishes, pictures and frames, as well as operating an interior and exterior decorating business.
By 1952, Seven’s expanded into 632 Wealthy Street (built c. 1895), which originally housed a grocery store and subsequently other small businesses serving the neighborhood.
John Seven remained at this location until 1988.
Subsequently, the buildings were variously occupied by a painting contractor, a furniture refinishing business, and an antique store.
After sitting vacant and neglected for many years, the rehabilitation of this neighborhood landmark is long overdue and will contribute to the on-going transformation of Wealthy Street into a vibrant, historic business district featuring locally-owned small businesses – continuing the pattern established 120 years ago.
July 9, 2009
Eastown, Featured, Grand Rapids