The Romano Typographic History Project

Beginning on May 2nd

Museum of Printing President Frank Romano will lead a two-part Typographic History Master Class starting in May at the Museum. Entitled “The Romano Typographic History Project,” the series will consist of two modules totaling ten, 90-minute lectures on major milestones in the history of typographic technology. Topics covered are:

• History of the Linotype Company (May 2)
• History of the Ludlow Typograph (May 16)
• History of the Typewriter and Mimeograph (May 30)
• History of Phototypesetting (June 6)
• History of Desktop Publishing (June 20)

With a Full Module Ticket, there is a discounted tuition fee for members and non-member tuition includes a Museum of Printing individual membership.

All registrants will also receive a 20% discount on any Frank Romano book on the subject in the Museum’s gift shop.

Classes will meet in person at the Museum from 2 to 3:30 pm on Saturdays. The Typographic History Project will run from May through June.

To register, go to  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-romano-typographic-history-project-module-1-tickets-1986335893127

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