Selma’s Ice Cream Parlor

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3419 Saint Croix Trl S
Afton, MN 55001

History

In 1910 Ed Holberg started an ice cream & confectionery store. Cones were 5 cents. In 1913, he married Selma Swanson. They operated their business together & set up housekeeping in the back of the store.

Specialties

Selma's is your small town, old fashion ice cream shop that takes you back to a simpler time. Selma's is Minnesota's oldest ice cream shop, dishing out ice cream since the early 1900's. With over 30 premium flavors, Selma's has something for everybody!

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4.570 reviews
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Jennifer B.
7/17/2025

Ok WOW! I've had good ice cream before, but never this delicious!!! We stopped on a rainy day after dinner. We've noticed the high rating and wanted to check it out ourselves. We did not get a...

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Suzie R.
7/27/2025

Super cute ice cream shop in the heart of Afton. As you walk to the front door you see a cute coy fish pond. There are lots of tables outside with shade to enjoy your ice cream treats. I got...

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Aaron S.
9/13/2025

When in Afton! This is a super cute little ice cream and candy shop right in downtown Afton. Perfect for a summer day. Lots of fun flavors. Really just everything you want in a small town scoop shop.

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Bri J.
4/23/2025

We love Selma's! From the variety of ice cream flavors, to the old fashioned candy, to the fresh baked cookies, everything is delicious! A must stop when you're in the area!

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Tracey F.
7/23/2024

One of the iconic ice cream shops on the St. Croix. It's changed a little from years past, they don't really have any indoor seating, only serve ice cream, but there is also a walk-up window now...

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