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History of Type and Letterpress Printing with Guided Tour and Demonstration

Experience a guided tour and demonstration of letterpress printing and typography, including the history of letterpress printing, type and books from 1000 CE to now. Demonstrations will cover how movable type is used and the mechanical history of all the different presses at Common Press.

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July 30, 2025, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Common Press, Fisher Fine Arts Library, Lower Level
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Open to Penn Students, Faculty, and Staff
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Hosted by: Common Press

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