Welcome to St. Croix Monument
At St. Croix Monument, we turn stone into stories that last. Our journey began in 1960 as part of Rivard Stone, when Lowell Rivard started quarrying limestone from his Wisconsin bluffs located on his family farm overlooking the St. Croix River, just north of Stillwater, Minnesota. In 1998, Lowell’s son Mike launched our monument work, carving that limestone—our exclusive St. Croix Valley Limestone—into custom signs and memorials. Over the decades, those stone signs have marked homes and businesses across the U.S., building a legacy of craft. Then, in 2023, we retooled our facility to shape granite, and in 2024, we reopened a historic quarry near Little Falls, Minnesota, unveiling our exclusive Minnesota Black—a premium black granite that rivals the world’s finest. That same year, industry excitement drove us to expand our facilities, gearing up for larger, high-volume monuments. Now, in 2025, St. Croix Monument carries this heritage forward—crafting everything from timeless signs to finished memorials with our unique stones.
Unique to Us
Choosing St. Croix Monument means partnering with a team that’s been turning ideas into lasting stone tributes since 1998, and in-house craftsmanship that started in 1960. We excel at custom stonework—whether it’s a memorial, headstone, or a sign for a park, golf course, housing development, or civic project—blending our exclusive stones and design expertise to make your vision stand out.
Our Lifetime Commitment to Quality
At St. Croix Monument, we believe a memorial should stand as beautifully for future generations as it does the day it is installed. That's why we proudly back our exclusive granite colors and installation with industry-leading guarantees.
Exclusive Lifetime Granite Warranty
Our exclusive Minnesota Black, Antique Black, and Minnesota Mist granites are backed by our warranty against:
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Cracking
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Pitching (surface flaking or deterioration)
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Discoloration
These premium granites are selected for their exceptional durability, beauty, and ability to withstand Minnesota's changing climate, giving families confidence that their loved one's memorial will maintain its appearance for years to come.
Foundation Warranty
At St. Croix Monument, we stand behind the quality of our workmanship and materials. Our foundation warranty covers the stability and integrity of the memorial's foundation, helping ensure your granite monument remains properly supported for years to come.
Please note that this warranty applies only to the granite foundation installed by St. Croix Monument. It does not cover damage caused by cemetery maintenance, ground movement beyond normal settling, vandalism, accidents, acts of nature, or repairs or alterations performed by others.
By using a solid granite foundation cap, we eliminate many of the issues commonly associated with concrete-only foundations, helping ensure your family's memorial remains level, secure, and beautiful for generations.
Personalized Monument Design
At St. Croix Monument, every memorial begins with a personalized design created in-house. Whether you meet with us in person or work with us through email or text, our experienced design team collaborates with you to create a memorial that reflects your loved one's life and legacy. During in-person consultations, your design is displayed on a large television as we make changes to the layout, lettering, artwork, portraits, and other details in real time. If you're working remotely, we'll send updated layouts by email or text, allowing you to review and refine the design every step of the way.
If you've found a monument style you admire, simply share a photo, and we'll create a custom layout inspired by that design. If you've selected one of our exclusive Glacial Select stones, a basalt monument, a natural boulder, or another unique piece from our inventory, we can photograph that exact stone and create your personalized layout directly on its image. No matter how you work with us, our goal is to make the design process simple, collaborative, and uniquely yours.
Visit Us Today
Whether you're planning ahead or honoring the life of a loved one, the team at St. Croix Monument is here to help. Visit our showroom to explore our selection of monuments, markers, and unique natural stone memorials, and experience our personalized in-house design process. We'll take the time to answer your questions, discuss your ideas, and create a memorial that will be cherished for generations. If you can't visit in person, we're happy to work with you by phone, email, or text. Contact us today or stop by—we look forward to helping you create a lasting tribute.
Visit the St. Croix Monument showroom to explore our samples and begin planning your project—walk-ins are welcome, though appointments are encouraged. You can also request a free quote today.