Nelson’s Market Place – Albert Lea and Faribault, Minnesota
Nelson’s Market Place is a third generation family owned grocery store with locations in Albert Lea, MN and Faribault, MN
- Clarence & Eddie Nelson founders 1952
- Jim & Jerry Nelson 2nd generation 1982 – 2003
- Jay & Chris Nelson 3rd generation 2003 – present
The Faribault, MN location was established in 1952 and the Albert Lea, MN location has been in business since 1982.
Wholesaler:
Affiliated Foods Midwest of Norfolk Nebraska
Local Vendors
- Hunt Produce Company, Faribault, MN
- Faribault Canning Company, Faribault, MN
- Mrs. Gerries Salads, Albert Lea, MN
- Malt-o-Meal, Norhtfield, MN
- Hormel, Austin, MN
Nelson’s Market Place Is Committed to Community
Nelson’s has given well over 10% company earning back to community consistently each year. Is a recipient of “Minnesota Business Gives” award the past four years.
(picture of business gives award)
Annual food drive for charity, “Nelson’s Stuff-a-Truck” (logo) (pics of drive) food drive is in conjunction with local schools and Nelson’s. Each year we donate over a semi load of food to our local food shelves!



