As part of the Penn Libraries' America 250 programming, join the Common Press for The Typography of Independence, a year-long program celebrating the papermaking and printing techniques that created the first edition of the Declaration of Independence.
Through free, public hands-on workshops and live demonstrations, Common Press invites the Penn community and all Philadelphians to explore the materiality and production of the Declaration of Independence, a locally-made document that announced the colonies' independence to the world.
Join us for a drop-in Open Studio at Common Press to experience letterpress printing for yourself!
An introduction to The Typography of Independence and the Makers Blog
The University of Pennsylvania, located in the heart of the city, was at the center of the dramatic events of 1776 and the Revolution that followed. 250 years later, partners across the university are exploring how history can help us better understand the present and create a sustainable and inclusive future.
