Retailer Spotlight! Peterson Shoes
Peterson Shoes – a Rich History of Comfort Fit and Fashion in Anoka, MN
There are certain things in life that are just better with the help of a professional, and shoe selection ranks right up there at the top! Peterson Shoes in lovely, historical downtown Anoka, MN, has been offering full-service footwear and foot care needs for over 77 years!
Dating back to 1861, when Peterson Shoes originated as Gillespie Shoes, the family owned and run store was the oldest in the state of Minnesota. In 1938, Mel and Estelle Peterson purchased the store with a connection already in place as Mel’s father, Andy had worked for Gillespie as a shoemaker. After Mel’s death, he and Estelle’s daughter, Sandra, along with her husband, Jack Purtle took over running the store. In 1982, their daughter Michelle joined when the store moved to its new location, where it continues to reside today at 209 East Main Street in Anoka, MN.
Peterson Shoes 1941. Pictured on the right are Mel and Estelle Peterson with their daughter Sandra.Now in its third generation, both Sandra and her daughter, Michelle are on-staff Certified Pedorthists who specialize in using footwear, shoe modifications and other pedorthic devices to solve problems in or related to the foot. These experienced professionals are trained in evaluating feet and fitting footwear. Peterson Shoes carries a wide variety of over-the-counter orthotics, and they also provide prescribed custom orthotics.
Keeping it all-in-the family, Sandra and Jack’s daughter-in-law, Dawn, who worked part-time in the late 80’s returned full time in 2013 where she serves as the store’s general manager, social media coordinator as well as working with customers. On event days you may spot Aubrey, Dawn’s granddaughter and Sandra’s great-granddaughter helping out. At age 6 she is the 5th generation in-training.
Downtown Main Street Anoka, MN in 1948 with Peterson Shoes located in the middle of the block.Do you have a pair of shoes you love that need some TLC?
Bring them into Peterson’s and ask the expert if he can repair them! Peterson’s is proud to have fourth-generation cobbler, Bill Oestreicher available to offer his over 40 years of experience to determine if your favorite pair can have a second chance at life!
With all this expertise under one roof, along with many high-quality brands, including Ros Hommerson and Drew Shoe , Peterson’s is not only Anoka’s best store for shoes , but for the third year in a row, it’s the top choice in all of Minnesota voted on through the Star and Tribune “Minnesota’s Best Contest!”
Peterson’s Staff – Winners of the Star and Tribune “Minnestora’s Best” Store for Shoes.Offering a wide selection of running, walking and hiking shoes and boots, as well as the latest trends in sandals, fashion boots and footwear, comfort and fashion go hand-in-hand at Peterson Shoes! Each footwear consultant who works at Peterson’s is trained to provide a complete assessment and measurement of customers feet and then suggest the proper footwear to best suit their needs.
Peterson Shoes
209 East Main Street, Anoka, MN 55303
763-421-3433
Petersonshoes.com
Open 7 days a week (see website for hours)
209 East Main Street, Anoka, MN 55303
763-421-3433
Petersonshoes.com
Open 7 days a week (see website for hours)
