Our History

Although the company today known as Altria Group has only been in existence since 1985, our operating companies have roots that stretch back, in some instances well over 150 years. In the mid-nineteenth century, Philip Morris, Esq. opened his retail tobacco shop on London's Bond Street. That modest venture has grown to become Philip Morris USA, the largest tobacco company in the U.S., and Philip Morris International one of the largest tobacco companies in the world.

Click on a link below to learn more about the origins and milestones of these companies.