Workshops

Various workshops introduce you to the book trade of centuries past. During a workshop, you'll discover first-hand what makes printing, etching, or bookbinding a true craft.

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Our workshops

Workshop Master intaglio techniques

In the workshop you first view book illustrations, prints and drawings. Then you’ll learn how to make a drypoint etching as you get to work with plexiglass, ink and a centuries-old etching press.

Workshop Master Printer

Arrange letters in mirror image in a composing stick, make up a complete page and print it on a genuine press.

Printing Demonstrations

Would you like to know how things worked in the historic Officina Plantiniana printing house? During a printing demonstration, you will learn all about printing with lead type.