The Rise and Fall of Fannie May

Patreon:   / chicagolandhistory   Fannie May was once everywhere in Chicagoland. For generations, its candy shops, gift boxes, Pixies, Mint Meltaways, and chocolates were part of holidays, birthdays, and everyday life around Chicago. But Fannie May is also part of a much bigger story: a time when Chicago was one of the candy capitals of America, home to some of the biggest names and factories in the industry. In this episode, we look back at the history of Fannie May, its rise in Chicago, the stores so many people remember, what happened to the company, and how the brand survived. If you grew up with Fannie May, let me know what you remember and what your favorite candy was. Subscribe for more stories about the forgotten places, businesses, landmarks, and history of Chicagoland.