Local history projects in Hopkins, Minnesota

Shady Oak Distributing, located at 616 13th Avenue South in Hopkins, Minnesota, is a home goods store with a rich history dating back to 1969. Founded as a small town appliance store, this family-owned business has evolved into a thriving distributorship with a focus on high-end residential kitchen brands. With a commitment to excellence and education, Shady Oak Distributing partners with top brands such as Vent-A-Hood® and Scotsman Home Ice, as well as newer additions like PITT® Cooking and Dekton® by Cosentino. The team at Shady Oak Distributing is dedicated to supporting local dealers who offer these premium products to the public. Their network spans across the Upper Midwest, including Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Nebraska, with recent expansion into Kansas and Missouri.