Traditions Classic Home Furnishings

At Traditions, we're proud to be one of the leading purveyors of fine furniture and decorative accessories in the Twin Cities and Southwest Florida. Our story began in 1987, when Mike and Suzanne Schumann founded the company in a newly renovated storefront on the corner of Selby and Dale in St. Paul's historic Ramsey Hill neighborhood. Over the years, we've grown and expanded to two convenient locations in Minneapolis and Naples, Florida.

Company History

Our journey began in 1987 when Mike and Suzanne Schumann started Traditions in a 1,500 sq ft storefront on the corner of Selby and Dale in St. Paul's historic Ramsey Hill neighborhood. The opening of Traditions, coupled with the efforts of other pioneer businesses, helped fuel the resurgence of Selby Avenue as a key element in St. Paul's historic district. In 1991, we moved our flagship St. Paul store from Selby Avenue to Grand Avenue, one of the premier shopping districts in the upper Midwest.

In 1997, we opened a second store in historic downtown Stillwater, the oldest city in the State of Minnesota. In 2000, we expanded to Minneapolis, opening a 3rd store near Bde Maka Ska to serve the growing client base in the western metro area. In 2002, we moved our Stillwater store to Naples, Florida to support the large contingent of Minnesotans with winter homes in Southwest Florida.

In 2008, we expanded our Minneapolis store into a newly renovated 1941 vintage building on Excelsior Blvd in St. Louis Park. Today, we continue to thrive, offering a wide range of fine furniture and decorative accessories from renowned manufacturers around the world.

Meet The Team

Our team of experts includes owners Mike and Suzanne Schumann, who founded the company in 1987. They bring a unique blend of creative vision and business acumen to ensure the success of Traditions. Meet our design consultants:

• Mary McElroy, Vice President, who has been with us since May 1987
• Kathy Steinbauer, Design Consultant, who joined us in April 2010
• Emma McElroy, Operations Manager, who started with us in September 2017
• Georgia Noble, Design and Business Assistant, who started in May 2021
• Megan Weix, Design Consultant, who joined us in September 2021
• Alexandra Lubahn, Design Associate, who started in May 2023
• Katie Luedtke, Design Consultant, who joined us in September 2023
• Joanne Caputo, Design Consultant, who started in November 2021
• Jill Braun, Design Consultant, who joined us in September 2023
• Mara Darrow, Design Consultant, who started in April 2021

Design Services

At Traditions, we understand that designing a beautiful home is a personal and unique process. Our professional designers are always available to help you choose the perfect furniture and decorative accessories from our extensive selection. Whether you're designing a new house or updating a room, we're here to guide you every step of the way.

Complimentary in-store design assistance is available to all our customers. Our design consultants would be happy to meet with you in your home to help you understand your project goals and figure out how to incorporate your favorite heirlooms into your new decor.

As a valued customer, you can also take advantage of our additional design services. With 30 years of interior design experience, we've developed extensive relationships with a team of architects, contractors, and craftsmen who can bring any project to life. Whether you need help with space planning for a major renovation, design assistance, or simply need guidance on the latest design trends, we're here to support you every step of the way.