Near the central mall in Terminal 1
Near the central mall in Terminal 1, Northwoods Minnesota leans hard into cabin-in-the-woods merch: Minnesota shirts, Paul Bunyan-style flannels, and branded mugs with loons and pines. You’re past security, so it works as a last-minute stop between G and F gates if you’ve got 10–15 minutes to spare.
Most T-shirts run in the $25–$35 range, with hoodies usually higher, often north of $50, and smaller souvenirs like magnets and keychains closer to $5–$10. Inventory skews strongly local: “MN” logos, lakes themes, and MSP-branded stuff you won’t see in a generic Hudson 20 yards away. If you need a gift that actually says Minnesota on it, this is the easier hit.
Think of it as your backup plan when you realize at 8 p.m. in Terminal 1 that you forgot a souvenir for kids, partners, or office. Snacks here are limited and priced higher than the food court, so treat it as a merch stop, not a grocery run. You’ll still find a few local-brand candies near the register if you need something small under $10.
Staff tends to move people through quickly when a wave off a Delta bank hits the concourse, so have your card or mobile pay ready. One practical tip: if your gate is in the low G teens, walk toward the mall for better options and hit Northwoods Minnesota on the way back so you’re not hauling extra bags the whole time.