Warsaw
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Discover the History of Printing and Graphic Arts at the Museum of Printing in Warsaw

Step into the 'Oficyna Drukarska' to explore traditional typography and the craft of bookbinding.

Delve into the rich heritage of printmaking at the Museum of Printing in Warsaw. This ongoing exhibition showcases a remarkable collection of machinery and tools that shaped the printed word. Visitors can immerse themselves in the 'Oficyna Drukarska' to understand long-lost methods of typography and book production. It offers a tangible connection to the history of graphic arts and publishing.

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Exhibition summary

This permanent exhibition at the Museum of Printing showcases historical printing, publishing, graphic arts, and bookbinding techniques. Visitors can explore the magical space of the Printing Workshop ('Oficyna Drukarska') and learn about long-obsolete printing methods.

Curatorial context

The Museum of Printing houses a collection of artifacts related to the art of printing, publishing, graphic design, and bookbinding, alongside the machinery and tools once used by printers. The museum's permanent exhibition, the Printing Workshop ('Oficyna Drukarska'), is a captivating space for book lovers. Here, visitors can engage with techniques that are no longer in common use within the printing industry, offering a tangible connection to the history of the printed word.

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Visitors can book their visit. The page provides a link to reserve tickets for the exhibition.

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Venue
Museum of Printing
Current status
Permanent collection
Exhibition schedule
Permanent display (no announced closing date)
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