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Monday 10am - 5:30pm Tuesday 10am - 5:30pm Wednesday 10am - 5:30pm Thursday 10am - 5:30pm Friday 10am - 5:30pm Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 10am - 3pm

Scandinavian Gift Shop

Name: Scandinavian Gift Shop
Address: 509 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN, 56308, US
Telephone: +13207636363
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We are so much MORE than your Mom and Grandma's store!!

Large selection of clothing, jewelry, gifts, and foods from Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, & Iceland - all with the personal service of a small neighborhood shop. We have the best shopping interface on the web for Norwegian sweaters from Dale and beautiful Swedish linens from Ekelund.

05/24/2026

Big news from Heidi and Sandra.
Scandinavian Gift Shop has a new chapter ahead. On June 1st, we will be passing the keys to new ownership, and our hearts are full of gratitude for every single person who has been part of this journey.
Our dedicated staff are staying on. The brands you love are not going anywhere. And the spirit of this store, built right here in downtown Alexandria, will carry forward beautifully.
On June 1st Mindy Joneson will take ownership of Scandinavian Gift Shop - stop in to meet and welcome her! Also, we will be open Memorial Day from 10 to 2pm

Thank you for everything. It has been the honor of a lifetime.
- Heidi Bergerson & Sandra Sheets

05/15/2026

SATURDAY! Join us! We have so many wonderful traditions, stories, treats and products here to help you celebrate! We hope to see you!

05/12/2026

May 17th is officially Syttende Mai and will be celebrated in Norway and all around the world. We will be celebrating on May 16th in store and hope you will join us for a full day of friends, food, 20% off the entire store and more!

More Info Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CdJgKhmjq/

Downtown Alexandria MN

05/06/2026

Big things are happening downtown this weekend and we want you to be part of it. May 8, 9 and 10 is Catch a Deal weekend in Downtown Alexandria, and the energy is going to be incredible. Live music, a medallion hunt, a shop hop, Tea in the Gallery, story hours, pop-ups and so much more are packed into all three days. Come explore, discover something new and soak it all in.
At Scandinavian Gifts, we are joining in with a sale that is perfect for the occasion. Spend $50 and get 10% off, or spend $100 and get 20% off. Whether you are shopping for Mother's Day, a graduation gift, a spring refresh for your home or getting a head start on Father's Day, this is a great weekend to find something special.
And yes, we will be open on Mother's Day, Sunday May 10, from 11 to 3.
One more thing to put on your calendar: Syttende Mai is coming up on May 16 with an Open House and 20% off store wide. More details soon.

Downtown Alexandria MN

05/01/2026

May Day is one of those holidays that looks a little different depending on where you are in the world, but the heart of it is the same everywhere: welcome spring, gather your people, and celebrate.

In the USA, the tradition is all about May baskets! Small baskets filled with flowers and sweets, left secretly on a neighbor's doorstep. You knock, you run, and if they catch you, you owe them a kiss. It is charming, sneaky, and very spring.

Cross the Atlantic to Scandinavia, and things get a little louder.
In Sweden and Norway, May 1 is Första Maj and Arbeidernes Dag. A public holiday marked by parades, speeches, music in the parks, and people out in their finest clothes celebrating both the season and the spirit of community.

In Denmark, it is not even an official holiday, but that does not stop anyone. Parks fill up with picnics, live concerts, and the kind of festive energy that says winter is officially over.

And then there is Finland, where May Day (called Vappu) is arguably the most festive of them all. Students flood the streets in colorful overalls covered in patches, wearing white graduation caps, and toasting with sima (a lightly fizzy homemade mead made with lemon and honey). Doughnuts and funnel cakes called tippaleipä round out the celebration, and cities across the country crown their beloved statues with oversized student caps as a nod to the season.

Different traditions, same message: spring is here! Happy May Day!

04/29/2026

When a customer mails you a handwritten note, you share it. Lois took her Icebugs to New Zealand and wore them through rainforest terrain, rocky trails, climbing, and city streets. Fifteen-hour days. Dressed up or down. They were the only shoes she packed. We think that says everything. Thank you for the lovely card, Lois. We sure are happy to hear you had a wonderful trip! Icebug footwear is available in store and at scandinaviangifts.com

04/22/2026

It is Earth Day, and we are leaning into something the Norwegians have known for centuries: friluftsliv, the art of living your life outside. No matter the weather, no matter the season, get out there. We have the gear to make it happen: Pretty Rugged waterproof blankets, sustainably made Hinza totes, snacks for the trail, and felt flowers that bloom all year long. Stop in and see everything we have in store to help you live your open air life.

04/21/2026

We are back open 7 days a week now that Spring is here!
We also have some great events coming up!

Catch a Deal: A Downtown Alexandria. We will have 10% off $50 or more and 20% off $100 or more on the 8th and 9th. In store only.

We will be open for Mothers Day (but we highly suggest you plan a gift sooner - we are happy to help with ideas)

Our annual Syttende Mai Open House and 20% off the store will be held on May 16th

04/20/2026

Wool and Outdoor Gear on sale now. Drop by to check out our Spring arrivals including beautiful dresses from HH and new florals from Gry & Sif!

04/13/2026

Syttende Mai, Norwegian Constitution Day, is one of our favorite days of the year, and we always celebrate with an Open House at the store. Stay tuned for details on this year's event. In the meantime, stop in and get your gear ready!

Syttende Mai, or May 17, marks the signing of the Norwegian Constitution in 1814 and is celebrated with parades, traditional dress, and a whole lot of national pride.

Address

509 Broadway Street
Alexandria, MN
56308

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	10am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	10am - 5:30pm
Thursday	10am - 5:30pm
Friday	10am - 5:30pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 3pm

Telephone

+13207636363

Website

http://www.scandinaviangifts.com/

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