20-foot pencil sharpening draws huge crowd in Minneapolis

Minneapolis locals gather to watch the restoration of a 20-foot pencil sculpture. Once an oak tree, it suffered storm damage in 2022 and was subsequently transformed into a replica of a No. 2 pencil. LiveNOW’s Christina Evans is taking a look as the big moment finally arrives. Due to dulling over the past year, the pencil's tip undergoes a yearly “sharpening“ ritual. This event has grown into a vibrant community celebration, featuring musical performances and large crowds. The owners of LOTI Pencil in Minneapolis are hosting a party for their annual sharpening event on Saturday. Subscribe to LiveNOW from FOX! Where to watch LiveNOW from FOX: Follow us @LiveNOWFOX on Twitter: Raw and unfiltered. Watch a non-stop stream of breaking news, live events and stories across the nation. Limited commentary. No opinion. Experience LiveNOW from FOX.