Penco, located in Minneapolis's warehouse district, is the best source for art supplies in the Twin Cities. If you are an art or design student or just a frustrated hobbiest, make sure to check... More

Penco, located in Minneapolis's warehouse district, is the best source for art supplies in the Twin Cities. If you are an art or design student or just a frustrated hobbiest, make sure to check out Penco (where the Pens go). The store's prices are good and their selection can't be beat. I paid $80 less for my parallel rule at Penco than I would have at Utrecht. The store stocks an unimaginable variety of pens, brushes and paper. If you like art supplies, make sure to allow plenty of time for each trip to Penco. I once spent an hour browsing when I had only gone there looking for a compass. There is plenty of street parking available in front of the store, but make sure to bring quarters to plug the meter.
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