URBN

urbn is a portfolio of global consumer brands comprised of urban outfitters, anthropologie, free people, bhldn, terrain and the vetri family. we create unique retail experiences with an eye toward creativity and a singular focus on pleasing our customer. we're a passionate, creative, entrepreneurial bunch who think outside the box and are all about providing a unique shopping experience that's inspirational. the first store & mission the year was 1970. dick hayne was just 23 years old when he and college roommate scott belair came up with the idea to open a retail store. belair was in search of a topic for an entrepreneurial class he was taking at the time. the first store, originally called free people, was located in a small space across the street from the university of pennsylvania. its mission was to provide second-hand clothing, furniture, jewelry and home décor for customers in a casual fun environment. our stores since the first store opened in west philly we continually strive