Shopping local is more than just a transaction—it’s an investment in your community.
Support Local Economy: When you shop local, you help keep more money within the community. Small businesses reinvest their profits locally, creating jobs, supporting other local businesses, and boosting overall economic growth. Personalized Service: Local businesses often offer a more personalized shopping experience. You get one-on-one attention, unique products, and tailored recommendations that you won’t find in large chain stores. Unique Products: Many local shops offer handcrafted, one-of-a-kind items that you can’t find anywhere else. Whether it’s artisan crafts, locally grown produce, or specialty goods, shopping local adds character and diversity to your purchases. Strengthen Community Ties: Local businesses are part of the fabric of your community. They sponsor local events, contribute to charities, and create a sense of belonging. When you support them, you help build a stronger, more vibrant neighborhood.
Make a difference today by choosing to shop local—you’re not just a customer, you’re part of the community!
Knob Hill Arts
Artist Kerry Kolke-Bonk specializes in watercolor and encaustic paintings, eco-printing on silk, cards, and prints.
From the Ground Up Boutique
Beautiful clothing, shoes, handbags, and the best soaps and lotions.
Clarkfield Outdoors
A clothing manufacturer specializing in hunting clothes for men, women, and children. They offer camouflage garments in several patterns, warm and cold weather items, as well as some casual outdoor attire. They offer wholesale items and some retail items, to both dealers and individuals.
Madison Mercantile
Coffee shop, live music, art galleries, and more!
Go Set Ready Coffee
Fulfill all your coffee needs at Go, Set, Ready Coffee! One of the most famous and tasty coffee spots in the area.
Prasada Boutique
Fashionable women's boutique.
Milan Village Arts School
The Milan Village Arts School, founded in 1988, is a non-profit, member supported organization dedicated to promoting the arts. Each year, the school hosts a diverse range of classes, reflecting the rich heritage of arts within the community. Although traditional Scandinavian Folk Arts have been the foundation of the school, classes are also offered in the fabric, book, silver and other mediums.
Runnings - Canby
Longtime chain retailer with a wide array of home & farm supplies & outdoor recreation equipment.
Boyd Liquor Store
Pizza and auto fry. Offsale available.
House of Spirits
Find a variety of beer, wine, spirits, and more.
Nelson Rexall Drug
Pharmacy and gifts.
Larson Drug
Pharmacy Needs, Gifts, Fashion Jewelry, Purses, Scarves, Balloons, Cards, Gift Bags, Baby clothing and baby gifts.
Darold's Super Valu
Darold's Super Valu is a full grocery store that also serves lunch and supper at the deli.
Moonstone Farm and Broodio 1
The Broodio Farmstay at Moonstone offers privacy, quiet, a continental breakfast; a touchstone to sustainable agriculture, and the rural renaissance; green; cozy; includes a vineyard and beach.
Midwest Machinery
Midwest Machinery Co is a committed Ag, Turf, and Commercial dealership with a passion to assist our customer base with our products, knowledge, and support.
The Smallest Art Gallery
Art from local artist Kathleen Marihart, art classes, and gallery shows.
Kibble Equipment
Farm equipment, mowers, parts, services, gifts, and more.
Madison Lutheran Home Gift Shop
Unique gift items.
Dawson Liquor Store
A city owned and operated off sale liquor store with great deals and friendly staff.
Moberg Meat Center
Butcher shop and more retail available.
Benson Liquor Store
Lunch and supper, M-Sat, pizza, bar baskets, grill. Offsale available.
Donner's Crossroads Cafe & Truck Stop
Donner's has a wonderful menu that is sure to please the whole family. The atmosphere is cozy and the staff is friendly.
JGL Ceramics
Artist John George Larson specializes in wood-fired functional and sculptural ceramics made from southwest Minnesota clay.
Montevideo Market
Bill's Supermarket is a full grocery store that also serves meals at the deli.
Fisher Furniture
Wonderful selection of quality furniture and home decor. Great gift items.
Breen's Thrifty White Drug - Benson
Find gifts and collectibles in addition to your everyday drugstore needs.
Prairie Mercantile
Shop antiques and collectible gifts at the Prairie Mercantile.
J&S One-Stop
Serves pizza, sandwiches, and salads and is open Tuesday through Sunday.
Thrifty White Drug - Granite Falls
Find gifts and collectibles in addition to your everyday drugstore needs.
Gallery on First
Find gifts, prints, framing, collectibles, and more at Gallery on First.
Net's Old Barn Antiques
Take a trip to the past! Antiques and collectibles, a wide variety of items to choose for yourself or someone close!
Jim's Clothing
Apparel and accessories. See them for your custom designing.
Appleton Hardware
Supplies, gifts and more are available at Appleton Hardware. Can't find what you want? Ask one of the amazing staff!
Granite Falls Woodworks
Specializing in Custom Wood Products including Solid Wood Countertops and Bar Tops as well as anything made of wood and more.
Sewearables
Custom apparel store. Visit their storefront to find a variety of clothing, kitchen utensils, home décor, and more.
River Bank Folk Art
Artist Curt Soine specializes in original hand carved folk art, home accessories, and watercolors.
Ortonville Mercantile
Trendy clothing and unique finds.
NAPA Auto Parts - Canby Auto Parts
Find auto parts, tools and equipment and many other items for heavy duty trucks, marine, and farming equipment.
Canby True Value
Monica's Apparel and Accessories
A boutique full of clothes, shoes, scarfs, jewelry, etc.
Jubilee Foods
A full grocery store with a deli.
Lewis Family Drug - Appleton
Find a large selection of everyday essentials at an affordable price. Pharmacy is located here, as well.
Korthuis Jewelry
Korthuis has a diverse selection of unique jewelry and gift items, plus they also specializes in clock and watch repair. Additionally, engraving is done on the premises. Korthuis provide personalized and knowledgeable customer service lending to an authentic experience.
Tokheim Stoneware
Wheel-thrown stoneware, paintings, prints, traditional Norwegian knives and silver spoons made by Lucy and Gene Tokheim at their studio near Dawson, Minnesota.
Ash & Arrow Boutique
Online and in-store clothing boutique located in Canby.
Riverside Bottle Shop
Liquor store offering a wide range of craft and domestic beers, local wines, and other assorted spirits.
Heather Nursery & Floral
Handcrafted gifts and collectibles. A large selection of landscaping products to choose from.
Auto Value Appleton
Aftermarket auto parts distributor. Stop in today!
Salty Heifers Off Sale
Offering a nice selection of off sale alcoholic beverages.
Bergen's Prairie Market
Artisan foods, gifts, groceries and more at Bergens.
Monte Trading Co.
Men, women, and children clothing. Gifts, decor, and more.
Folkestad Furniture
Family owned for over 90 years, you are sure to find the best furniture for a great price at Folkestad Furniture.
Mojo's Boutique
Every day is a fashion show & the world is your runway so let MoJo's Boutique be your one stop shop for unique and fashionable men's and women's clothing and accessories!
Billy Maple Tree's
Regional art, fair trade handicrafts, gifts.
Rural Solutions Inc.
Audio/visual equipment.
The Gift
The Meat Center
Find a wide variety of house smoked products including brats, hot dogs, summer sausage, sticks, jerky, bologna, and more. Custom processing offered.
A to Z Letterpress Printing
Hand printed linoleum block prints, calendars, stationary, framed prints, and card sets made by the artist, Andy Kahmann.
Madison Liquor Store
Nice selection of liquor, beer, and wine.
Runnings - Benson
Farm and outdoor equipment, workwear, gardening tools, pet supplies, and more.
Gene Stukel Art
Artist Gene Stukel specializes in landscape photography of the Minnesota River Valley and beyond.
Odden & Zimbelman TV & Appliance
Appliances, fireplaces, mattresses and more.
Mind Your Business
Art supply gifts and photo processing.
Canby Liquor
Liquor store carrying a variety of beer, spirits, and more.
Classic Review
A great shop when you're looking for fashionable, affordable clothing and unique gifts.
Tim's Food Pride
In addition to being a great grocery store, Tim's also has a deli counter, Chester fried chicken, and other daily specials.
Larry's Refrigeration & Heating Inc.
Appliances, A/C & furnace equipment.
Al's Mercantile
Al's Mercantile is a Hardware Hank Store. Offering a wide variety hardware, lawn equipment, paint, tools, and more.
Carlson Drug and Gift
Local pharmacy, drugstore, gifts, decor, and more.
Family Food
A quality grocery store with friendly staff.
Lewis Family Drug - Benson
Find gifts and collectibles in addition to your everyday drugstore needs.
Midwest Marigold Boutique
Women's apparel, gifts, and permanent jewelry.
Mustard Seed Market
Gifts, decor, local items and art.
TAC Computers
Audio/visual equipment.
Lamecker's General Store
Locally owned and operated general store, groceries, and hardware all in one store.
A&B Auto Parts
For all your vehicle needs.
Hardware Hank
Find household cleaners, small appliances, care care, yard care, tools, paint, and more.
Korthuis Jewelry & Gifts
Korthuis has a diverse selection of unique jewelry and gift items, plus they also specializes in clock and watch repair. Additionally, engraving is done on the premises. Korthuis provide personalized and knowledgeable customer service lending to an authentic experience.
Canby Drug & Gifts
The Cellar Door
Features handcrafted items by local artisans & crafters. Consignment items available.
Thrifty White Drug - Montevideo
Find gifts and collectibles in addition to your everyday drugstore needs.
Almich's Market - Clara City
Great grocery store with a wide variety of products.
Country Butcher
Retail meats, meat cutting and deer processing.
The Flower Basket
This is an excellent full service flower shop, nursery, and greenhouse. Delivery is available in the town of Benson and surrounding areas.
High Voltage Spa
Not only is it a hair salon, but it's also a clothing and jewelry boutique!
Flowers From the Heart
Flower shop for all occasions. Delivery available. Locations in Montevideo and Granite Falls.
Zosel's True Value Hardware
Jim's Market
A family owned supermaket offering a fresh selection and a wide variety of trusted name brands.
The Meat Shoppe
The Meat Shoppe is a great butcher shop in Granite Falls. They make delicious sausages, have great cuts of meat, and will even do processing.
Granite Grinder Cafe & Gifts
The Granite Grinder Cafe & Gifts is a great choice whether you're looking to treat yourself to a delicious sandwich or a new scarf, book, or piece of home decor. The atmosphere is cozy and the staff is always friendly and helpful. Plus the coffee is hard to beat!
Bradley D. Hall Studio
Artist Bradley D. Hall specializes in watercolors and hand painted linoleum block prints.
NAPA Auto Parts - Madison
Auto parts, tools and equipment and many other items for heavy duty trucks, marine, and farming equipment.
Monte True Value
Home improvement store.
Do-Mats Family Foods/Deli
DoMat's is a full grocery store that also serves lunch and supper at the deli.
Fiesta City Liquor
Liquor store offera wide variety of beer, wine, spirits, and more.
Forget-Me-Not Greenhouse
Great selection of flower and vegetable plants. Open spring to early summer.
Stella + Poppy
Stella + Poppy is an artisan line of small batch, handcrafted natural home & beauty products.
Thrifty White Drug & Gifts - Madison
Gifts and collectibles are available in addition to your everyday drugstore needs.
Runnings - Montevideo
Hunting and fishing accessories, work wear, farm and ranch equipment. Gifts and accessories for many outdoor activities.
Clarkfield Hardware Hank
A great hardware store in Clarkfield.
Let 'em Buck Apparel
Carrying men and women's clothing, shoes, and boots.
Porter Cafe & Grocery
A great place to pick up a few items, or stop in for a bite to eat in Porter.
Don's Food Pride
In addition to being a great grocery store, Tim's also has a deli counter, Chester fried chicken, and other daily specials.
Almich's Market - Granite Falls
Almich's is a full grocery store with a deli.
Second Time Around Thrift Shop
Find quality used clothing, housewares, toys at Second Time Around Thrift Shop.
Basketry by Claire
Artist Claire Swanson specializes in reed baskets in a range of shapes, sizes, styles, and hand-dyed colors.
Marc's On Main
Marc's on Main is a card and gift shop that features fresh floral arrangments, potted plants, giftware, gourmet coffee, latte, and more.
Heather Nursery & Floral
Find handcrafted gifts and collectibles, as well as floral arrangements at Heather Nursery & Floral in Dawson.
Simply Blessed Boutique
A women’s clothing boutique that offers comfortable and affordable clothing in sizes small - 3XL.
