The materials contained within this collection are concerned mainly with the time period between 1945-1955. It was during this time that Wurzburg's Department Store had acquired the old Herpolsheimer's Department Store buidling and had completely renovated it to become the new flagship store of Wurzburg's. This is reflected by the folio size document contained within this collection that showcases the new Wurzburg flagship store.

It was also during this same time period that Wurzburg's started to branch out into the suburban communities of Grand Rapids, building stores on the Beltline, 28th Street and other locations. During this same expansion Wurzburg's acquired Arbaugh Department Store which was located in Lansing. This acquisition is reflected by the stock certificate book that is contained within this collection.