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
