Name: Publishing & Printing Archive Open Day
Start: 2024-11-20T10:00:00+00:00
End: 2024-11-20T12:00:00+00:00
Location: Edinburgh Napier University, Merchiston Campus

Come explore the fascinating world of publishing and printing history at our open day event!
About this Event

The Postgraduate Publishing programme at Edinburgh Napier University invite you to our Publishing & Printing Archive Open Day!

As part of Book Week Scotland, we are delighted to provide a unique opportunity to view materials from our Edward Clark Collection.

Join us in the Glassroom at Merchiston Campus, 10 Colinton Road, Edinburgh Napier University, on Wednesday 20 November to learn about – and interact with – books and artefacts from the collection (not usually on display to the public).

There are 2 identical events – please select MORNING or AFTERNOON.

Each event will be two hours long and will be led by Laura Cooijmans-Keizer, Senior Curator of University Heritage Collections, Edinburgh Napier University, and Dr H S Williams, Honorary Edward Clark Fellow.

EVENT STRUCTURE

First hour: Introduction to the Edward Clark Collection, talk on print production, and Q&A.

Second hour: Opportunity to view the artefacts, and ask questions. (Some items may even be handled.)

This FREE event is your chance to delve into the fascinating world of publishing and printing. Learn about the history of these industries, explore rare books and documents, and gain insights from our archival experts.

Some of the items on display: page from the Gutenberg bible; leaf from Shakespeare 2nd folio, 1632; Grimaldi, steel engravings; 1835 Lizars Atlas, engraved; a volume from the Doves Press Bible.

Whether you're a student or staff, publishing professional or simply curious, this open day provides a rare and unique opportunity to view some of the treasures in our Edward Clark Collection!