Services Offered
Unique Gift Selection
Curated cards, stickers, and art from local and queer/POC artists for all occasions.
Local Art Sales
Showcasing and selling artwork from Minneapolis-based creators in a supportive environment.
Corporate Gifting
Customized gift solutions for businesses, including letterpress designs and branded items.
Neighborhood Resources
Offering free community resources and a welcoming space for all visitors.
Letterpress Design Services
Custom printing and design for cards, invitations, and promotional materials.
Reviews
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Espen Dinneen
via Google
4 months ago
Oh I love Bench Pressed so much!!!! This gift shop is so unique and lovely. It's full of life and inspiration. Most of my favorite queer shops and artists have their art being sold here & it's amazing to see in person!! If you've ever been to Patinas, it's like that but LGBTQ/POC friendly, 100x better, and amazing staff!! They have sooooo many unique and fun cards to buy and even deals that they offer for them! I have to set a limit for myself whenever I come here because I always end up spending so much! I definitely recommend anyone to come visit. You may have to street park a bit down, but the walk is short, sweet, and worth it.
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Emily S.via Google
4 months ago
Such a cute neighborhood store. Progressive in politics, adorable in aesthetics. A great place for gifts for yourself and others, tons of stickers, cards for all occasions (and I do mean ALL), delicious little treats, and merch for the hellscape we currently live in. Also free neighborhood resources.
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Megan Svia Google
6 months ago
Super cool gift shop with lots of local items. I love that it’s a bit wacky. Definitely my type of humor. If you’re looking for something unique as well as affordable, this place is awesome.
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Jules Braddyvia Google
8 months ago
Stopped in over a long weekend visiting the Twin Cities. Easily one of the highlights of our trip! An incredibly welcoming space that has been beautifully curated. I can see myself shopping here all the time if I lived in the TC! Super kind staff who were an absolute delight. Even the other customers were kind! A wonderful space and a true gem. Can’t wait to go back!
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Alane Kleinvia Google
over 2 years ago
I wasn’t even trying to go here, but the exterior caught my attention and I had to stop. This is absolutely a place I would purchase gifts for friends or family. So many unique and beautiful things. You can find something for anyone. This is a place I would visit with intention, without a plan it’s easy to get distracted by all the really cool stuff you’ll want to buy for yourself.
