Family-Run Merz Apothecary Marks 150 Years In Business: ‘It’s Always Been About Customer Service’

Block Club Chicago / by Alex V. Hernandez / August 27, 2025

LINCOLN SQUARE — At Merz Apothecary in the heart of Lincoln Square, large display windows accented with stained glass showcase apothecary artifacts alongside modern products.

Signs set in vintage typeface advertise the business’s legacy as a home for homeopathic medicine, supplements, beauty products, fragrances and more since 1875.

Inside, amber-colored chandeliers cast a pleasant glow over wooden countertops and shelves. Shoppers are immediately greeted by the aroma of soaps and perfumes — and by staff asking if they need any help. Read More Here.