Enjoy the rich ethnic heritage at The Valley Troll, a Unique gift shop with a "Scandinavian Flair" featuring a large selection of quality gifts from all over the world and featuring many items from Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Iceland.
The Valley Troll originated in Granite Falls, MN in 1991. It remained there until 2010 The Glenwood, MN location was added in May of 2007, we are located at 2 East MN Avenue in downtown Glenwood, only a few blocks from beautiful Lake Minnewaska. Please stop in and visit while enjoying the beautiful scenery and a variety of activities in the area.
Owner Ann Stensrud has always appreciated her Norwegian heritage. Both of her grandmothers emigrated from Norway to America. Both Ann and her husband Larry are 100 percent Norwegian, and even have grandchildren who are 100 percent Norwegian.
A great variety of items welcome you to The Valley Troll, including everything from collectible Vikings to Danish Iron candle holders and ball candles, Solje and pewter jewelry from Norway and Sweden, and beautiful Porsgrund dinnerware from Norway, including the ever popular Farmer's Rose and Hearts and Pines.
Dale of Norway and Oda sweaters, dolls, Scandinavian crystal, Carl Larsson prints, iittala glassware from Finland, mobiles from Denmark, Norwegian and Swedish linens.
Lefse mix, Anna's cookies from Sweden and Freia chocolate from Norway will satisfy the taste buds while many humorous T-shirts and sweatshirts, several Uff-da items, and, of course, Ole and Lena joke books will tickle your funny bone.
The Valley Troll, of course, could not be without trolls! Trolls are popular with both the young and the old! Barefoot trolls, bunad children with animals, hanging and climbing fishermen, and Carl Larsson figurines made of a ceramic-like poly resin material, all imported from Norway, are absolutely adorable!
For the book lover, The Valley Troll has Scandinavian books, children's books, and books with a regional interest. Also, there is a great selection of unique greeting cards and napkins.
The Valley Troll attracts more than just those who have a Scandinavian heritage. It's the perfect store for the man looking for a gift, or the woman looking for a collectible. Many children also love this shop!
