Print the Revolution: A Pop-Up Letterpress Workshop at Christ Church Burial

Join us and Common Press at the University of Pennsylvania for a unique, hands-on tribute to the man who gave the Declaration of Independence its first physical form. On Sunday, August 2, we are gathering at the historic gravesite of John Dunlap, the official printer to the Continental Congress, for a special typographic celebration.

In honor of the upcoming 250th anniversary of Dunlap’s monumental "broadside" printing, the Common Press will be onsite with two portable printing presses.

Whether you’re a history buff, a design enthusiast, or just curious about the craft, this is your chance to step back in time, see demonstrations up close, and honor a Philadelphia patriot at his final resting place.

• Burial Ground Admission & Printing Experience ($15): Includes general admission the burial ground, PLUS a guaranteed hands-on spot at a portable press during your selected 15-minute window. You will work with a printer from the Common Press to operate the press and print your own custom typographic souvenir to take home.
• Strictly Limited: To ensure a high-quality, unhurried experience, only 24 printing spots are available (2 spots per 15-minute window). Please select your preferred time slot at checkout.

• Arrive Early: Please arrive at the burial ground at least 5 minutes before your scheduled timeslot to check in.
• Timing: Because the presses run on a strict schedule (2 printers every 15 minutes), late arrivals cannot be accommodated and may forfeit their printing spot to standby guests on the grounds.

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