This event is in the past.It took place on April 6, 2026 at Ann Arbor District Library: Downtown.
Arts & CraftsArts & CraftsSet type by hand and pull prints on a vintage Vandercook press. This open lab gives you access to antique wood type fonts, inks, and expert guidance to create your own letterpress project. Newcomers should arrive at 5pm sharp for the equipment demo.
Hands-on printing workshop
Vintage letterpress equipment
Antique wood type collection
Creative maker space
Tips
⏰arrive at 5pm for the equipment demo
🖋️antique wood type in various fonts and sizes
⏱️finish a simple project in the first hour
Letterpress Open Lab
Old Fourth Ward
Arts & CraftsArts & CraftsSet type by hand and pull prints on a vintage Vandercook press. This open lab gives you access to antique wood type fonts, inks, and expert guidance to create your own letterpress project. Newcomers should arrive at 5pm sharp for the equipment demo.
Hands-on printing workshop
Vintage letterpress equipment
Antique wood type collection
Creative maker space
Tips
⏰arrive at 5pm for the equipment demo
🖋️antique wood type in various fonts and sizes
⏱️finish a simple project in the first hour
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