SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3 at 9AM – 4PM CENTRAL

Hamilton Wood Type & Printing Museum

$125

Want to make your own unique valentines or a personalized gift for your special someone? Learn the basics of letterpress printing with wood type at Hamilton Wood Type & Printing Museum.

You will become familiarized with type composition, inking methods, and printing with this workshop. If you are new to letterpress printing or experienced and want to get your hands on these fun blocks this workshop is for you!

The workshop runs from 9 am to 4 pm. The day starts off with instruction on printing and using a sign press. The majority of the workshop consists of printing with Valentine-themed blocks and wood type from a large collection available in the pressroom at the museum.

Everyone breaks for lunch at the same time. Options include purchasing a lunch for $15, bringing your own lunch (a refrigerator is available), or choosing a local restaurant. Clean-up begins at 3 pm and the day finishes up at 4 pm. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes that may get ink on them.

The cost is $125 per person, with the museum providing ink and 25 sheets of 100 lb white cover stock at 12 x 18 inches. 25 sheets of paper is a wonderful number to allow each participant to further their knowledge in letterpress printing and to explore the art form. The workshops are not meant for producing resale work. Feel free to bring paper of a different size, stock or color. However, please keep in mind that handmade paper is not allowed as it may damage the type.

Because of the nature of the pressroom and the pieces being used, participants in the workshop must be 18 years or older.

The cost is $125 with all materials provided by the museum. Space is limited, so reservations and a $65 non-refundable deposit are required. The $60 balance is due at the beginning of the workshop. Cash, credit cards and checks are acceptable.

Please fill out the registration form below to reserve your place in the workshop. If you have any questions please e-mail us at info@woodtype.org or call 920-794-6272.