Introduction to letterpress printing

Schedule

Sun Jun 14 2026 at 01:00 pm to 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

2940 Old Montreal Road , Ottawa, ON, Canada, Ontario K4C 1G3 | Ottawa, ON

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Discover the tactile beauty of letterpress printing in an introductory workshop that will guide you through the history, tools and techniques of the trade. You’ll learn how to set type, mix ink and operate a letterpress machine, to design and print bookmarks that reflect your unique style. This workshop is well suited for both beginners and hobbyists with an interest in traditional printing techniques. Supplies for this project are included in the cost of registration. Light refreshments will be served.
April 11, May 9 and June 14, 2026 from 1 pm to 5 pm
Ages 16 and up
Cost: $116.34 plus taxes
Advance registration is required: https://tinyurl.com/49kp622c
ottawa.ca/cumberlandmuseum
Notes
- The primary language of delivery for this program is English.
- Advance registration is required. Workshops with insufficient registration may be cancelled. If an alternative cannot be offered, a refund will be issued.
- Visit the Ottawa Hand in Hand web page for information on available financial supports to facilitate participation is recreation and culture programs. https://ottawa.ca/en/city-hall/creating-equal-inclusive-and-diverse-city/accessibility-city/community-supports-healthcare-recreation/financial-support-ottawa-hand-hand#section-2801fd45-e387-4d32-8270-9933c041bfbe
- Please check in at the Train Station (adjacent to the parking lot) on arrival at the museum. The pathways between buildings are packed gravel. If you have questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact the museum by phone at 613-580-2988 or by email at [email protected]. Additional information about accessibility can be found on the museum web page: ottawa.ca/cumberlandmuseum.
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Découvrez la beauté tactile de la typographie lors d’un atelier d’initiation qui vous guidera à travers l’histoire, les outils et les techniques du métier. Vous apprendrez à placer les caractères, à mélanger l’encre et à utiliser une presse typographique, afin de concevoir et d’imprimer des signets qui reflètent votre style unique. Cet atelier s’adresse aussi bien aux personnes débutantes qu’aux amatrices et amateurs intéressés par les techniques d’impression traditionnelles. Le matériel nécessaire à ce projet est compris dans le coût de l’inscription. De légers rafraîchissements seront servis.
Le 11 avril, le 9 mai et le 14 juin 2026 de 13 h à 17 h
16 ans et plus
Tarif : 116,34 $ plus taxes
L’inscription préalable est obligatoire : https://tinyurl.com/msxawwph
ottawa.ca/museecumberland
Remarques
- Le programme se déroulera principalement en anglais.
- L’inscription préalable est obligatoire. Faute d’un nombre suffisant d’inscriptions, l’atelier pourrait être annulé. Si aucune activité de substitution n’est proposée, les frais d’inscription vous seront remboursés.
- Visitez la page Web du programme Ottawa main dans la main pour obtenir des renseignements sur les aides financières disponibles afin de faciliter la participation à des programmes de loisirs et de culture. https://ottawa.ca/fr/hotel-de-ville/creation-dune-ville-inclusive-et-diversifiee-qui-souscrit-au-principe-de-legalite-des-chances/accessibilite-la-ville/soutien-communautaire-et-loisirs/aide-financiere-main-dans-la-main
- Veuillez vous présenter à la gare ferroviaire (à côté du parc de stationnement) à votre arrivée au musée. Les sentiers du musée entre les bâtiments sont en gravier compacté. Si vous avez des questions ou des préoccupations concernant l’accessibilité, veuillez communiquer avec le musée par téléphone au 613-580-2988 ou par courriel à l’adresse [email protected]. Vous trouverez plus d’information relative à l’accessibilité sur la page Web du musée : ottawa.ca/museecumberland.
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