Shopping
In Minnesota, True North is more than a direction—it's a feeling.
It's the way the cutest pair of earrings catches your eye as you pass by the store window. How a new toy paints a picture of pure joy on your child's face. It's trying on jeans that hug your curves just right. And surprising your mom with the perfect gift she didn't even know she wanted.
In the True North, we know a little bit about shopping. We invented the modern shopping mall, after all. We're home to the most famous mall in the world. And our small-town main streets are lined with independent shops run by real people making their dreams come true.
Every find brings you closer to your True North. And it's only in Minnesota.
Mall of America in Bloomington
Grand Avenue is St. Paul's boutique shopping destination
The Dorset Trading Post / Cool Adventures
Head to Historic 3rd Street in downtown Rochester for shopping, restaurants and entertainment
Winter Village at Glensheen Mansion, Duluth
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Made in Minnesota
Wool scarves, throws, pillows and blankets for sale at Faribault Woolen Mills / Kirsten Alana
Blankets & More at Faribault Woolen Mill Co.
Faribault Woolen Mill is located on the Cannon River in Faribault. Since 1865, its looms have been weaving classic wool blankets, stadium-ready Pak-a-Robes, wearable blanket capes and buffalo plaid placemats.
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Visit Red Wing Shoes in southern Minnesota to see the world's largest boot, size 638.5 / Lisa Meyers McClintick
Boots & Shoes from Red Wing Shoes
Red Wing Shoes in downtown Red Wing has been making footwear for tradesmen and women for more than a century, but the merchandise also appeals to style mavens and weekend adventurers. A huge boot sculpture marks the spot.
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Handmade toys at Lark Toys in Kellogg
Handmade Toys from Lark Toys
You’ll find plenty of special items at this Kellogg-based toy shop, including wooden toys and puzzles made on-site. It’s part of a fun-filled complex featuring a carousel with hand-carved creatures and other highlights.
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Looking toward downtown Duluth from Canal Park / Ty Miller
Bags from Duluth Pack
The trendy Duluth-based company Duluth Pack has been selling canvas and leather packs ideal for wilderness adventures since 1882; they recently partnered with Faribault Woolen Mill to add wool products to the collection.