Posted in Minneapolis March 03, 2020 by Betsy Rathburn

The Oldest General Store Near Minneapolis Has A Fascinating History

Drive 40 miles northeast of Minneapolis and you’ll come into the quaint town of Marine on St. Croix. Located on the banks of the St. Croix River, this tiny town was once a booming logging community. These days, it boasts the oldest general store in Minnesota. The minute you step inside, you’ll see why people still love coming here after over 100 years.

Marine General Store was built in 1870 and first used as a company store for a lumber business.

Only having changed hands about a dozen times in the 148 years it has been standing, Marine General Store is the town centerpiece.

Even the creaky wooden floors are charming.

Passing through during lunchtime? They serve full meals too!

With a constantly changing menu and new specials daily, you will be sure to find something you like each time.

After lunch, head around to the backside of the building and you will find the General Scoop.

Formerly called the Village Scoop, the ice cream shop originally opened in 1977 and moved to its current location in 1994.

With nearly 150 years already in the books, we hope to see the Marine General Store stick around for a long time to come!

Marine General Store is located at 101 Judd Street in Marine on St. Croix. Have you ever been visited? Tell us what you loved about the store in the comments below!