Jenni Viken

River City Records and Books is a beloved independent record and book store located in the heart of Duluth's Lincoln Park Craft District. The current owner brings over nine years of experience in the industry, including previous ownership of multiple store locations, with the business operating at its current location for the past three years.In that time the store has built a unique collection of new and used vinyl, books, CDs, cassettes, VHS, DVDs, Blu-ray, and comics, along with a loyal and growing local following. Recognized as a "Best of the Northland" winner, the business enjoys strong, consistent support from locals, tourists, and students from Duluth's three major colleges. The store operates seven days a week and maintains an active social media presence, regularly hosting in-store events including live music that drives consistent foot traffic and deepens community engagement.The owner operates primarily on the ... Less

A rare opportunity to acquire two well established and complementary businesses operating together under one roof in the Greater Duluth, MN area. With a combined legacy spanning nearly five decades, this operation has built deep roots in the community and a loyal recurring customer base across multiple product and service categories.This business brings together custom awards and recognition, commercial embroidery, and professional signage under one roof, creating a one stop shop that serves a wide and diverse client base. Customers include local businesses, schools, sports organizations, corporate clients, nonprofits, and individuals across the region who return year after year for consistent quality and personalized service.This is not a startup. The systems, the equipment, the vendor relationships, and the customer base are already in place. A new owner steps into an operation with immediate revenue, established workflows, ... Less

The Gopher Bar and Lounge represents a rare opportunity to acquire not just an established business, but a downtown Duluth legacy with multiple income streams and significant untapped potential. This isn't simply a bar sale—it's a chance to own a 6,000+ square foot commercial property with three distinct revenue centers, prime Main Street location, and a 24+ space parking lot.THE BUSINESS:Under current ownership since October 2005, Gopher Bar and Lounge serves as a cornerstone of downtown Duluth's entertainment scene. Operating as an authentic dive bar with character, it serves loyal local clientele while hosting live music, comedy shows, bingo nights, and private events. Two full-service bars, a commercial kitchen, professional stage with sound and lighting, and versatile event spaces provide flexibility few downtown venues can match.PROVEN INCOME ... Less

This award-winning craft brewery and taproom has been a cornerstone of its community for nearly a decade. This business is known for its innovative and unique offerings both in the taproom and in the broader market. With a loyal regional customer base, a thriving taproom and event venue and a multi-state distribution network, this is a fully operational systems-driven business with strong brand equity and an experienced team in place.The business has earned consistent recognition for product quality and community impact, with many key collaborative local brand relationships and consistently growing event attendance year over year for both weekly and annual recurring events. Distribution performance has remained strong in multiple markets even amid broader industry challenges, reflecting the durability of the brand and the depth of customer loyalty. ... Less