About this Event
One day letterpress printing workshops are now being offered in the "Mark Twain Room" in
the Historic Fourth Ward School Museum in Virginia City, Nevada.Learn the basics of the 550+ year old art and craft of Letterpress Printing from Steve Robison, an experienced letterpress printer.
Be able to walk away with a special hand printed piece to share with your friends and family.
On the day of the workshop, we ask that you bring a short, one or two line favorite quote or saying to set in type (we'll supply the type!). Also, please bring a bag lunch to eat during the workshop. And wear some old clothes in case some ink gets into places it isn't meant to be!
We ask that you bring a favorite quote to set in type (we'll supply the type!).
The workshop fee is $25 for nonmembers, $20 for Fourth Ward School Museum members, for one of the Saturday Workshops listed below. Each workshop will be from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm :
May 31, 2025
July 26, 2025
August 16, 2025
September 28, 2025
November 1, 2025
For adults 18 or older. Those younger than 18-years-old may participate if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Because the instructor has limited supplies and tools, walk-ins cannot be guaranteed a space. It is encouraged that you reserve your seat ahead of time.
Sign-ups will only be taken up to 3 days before the workshop date, to allow the instructor time to prepare the necessary equipment and supplies needed
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum
537 South C Street, Virginia City, NV 89440
Letterpress Workshop Information
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 South C Street, Virginia City, United States
USD 23.18 to USD 28.52
