We certainly hope you understand our desire to keep this distinguishing part of our company lore confidential. It seems that the cat is now out of the bag and we know the man and the voice behind the iconic Duluth Trading Company commercials. The man with the famous voice is none other than voice actor Wynn Evers.

Since around 2000, the company is owned and chaired by Steve Schlecht – who worked to expand the uniqueness of Duluth Trading. In 2000 it was sold again, this time to Gempler's, and moved its headquarters to Belleville, Wisconsin.

You've seen our faithful golden retriever mascot in our catalog and stores, and on our website – using his keen nose to lead you to the most exciting Duluth finds and deals. Now your kids can have a loyal and lovable Scout to call their own!

By the latter half of the 19th century, Duluth was rising to its zenith. The city boasted the only U.S. port accessing both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, making it easy for the rest of the nation to tap into the area's rich lumber, ample wheat, and expansive ore mining opportunities.

The former industrial town in Minnesota is coming to terms with its status as a refuge for people moving from across the country because of climate change. Debra Kamin traveled to Duluth, Minn., encountering January temperatures and icy roads, to report this story.

Duluth is known for its crisp, refreshing air and relatively cool climate, especially in the summer. While winters can be bitterly cold, they also transform the city into a snowy wonderland, making it a favorite for winter sports enthusiasts who enjoy cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and ice fishing.

Duluth Trading relaunches the Men's and Women's brands as a single brand called Duluth. The Duluth brand focuses more tightly on work-related apparel and gear. Alaskan Hardgear gets a rebrand as AKHG, and now specializes in outdoor recreation apparel and goods for men and women.

Duluth. / (dəˈluːθ) / noun. a port in E Minnesota, at the W end of Lake Superior.

The Aerial Lift Bridge An iconic landmark, Duluth's Aerial Lift Bridge has been a symbol of the city since its inception in 1905. Originally built as a transporter bridge and then modified, today it's a unique vertical-lift bridge that stands as a proud emblem of the city.

Duluth, Minnesota, also known as The Zenith City, is a city located on the shores of Lake Superior known for its natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and chilly winters. It's a city that's loved by locals and is becoming an attractive place to live for many people.

Although the harbor is 2,342 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, Duluth is the biggest inland harbor in the world. Rising to 138 feet in 55 seconds, the Aerial Lift Bridge is the biggest and quickest lift bridge in the world.

From the world-famous lift bridge to charming neighborhoods filled with local breweries and restaurants, Duluth is a true original along the pristine shores of Lake Superior. Part rugged, part refined and 100% one-of-a-kind. You'll get it when you get here.