Penrith Museum of Printing

02/10/2026

We are delighted to announce that we will be participating again in Sydney Rare Book Week!

On 24 October from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, we will be hosting journalist and author Michael Visontay as he speaks about his new book, Noble Fragments: the man who broke up a Gutenberg Bible, a fascinating dive into the story of the separated pages and their surprising link to his own family history. He will be joined by Australian Museum of Printing President Bob Lockley, who will discuss the winners of the Walkley Awards, showcasing excellence in photojournalism from 1945 to 2003. Attendees will also have the opportunity to see 47 iconic photographs, two rare facsimile Gutenberg Bible volumes and enjoy demonstrations of the museum’s historic printing collection.

Please note that while this event is free, space is limited and registration is required.
To register, please see the link below or email [email protected]

Join us to celebrate Rare Book Week with Veteran journalist and author Michael Visontay who will speak about his novel Noble Fragments: the man who broke up a Gutenberg Bible. Michael had a 40-year career at The Sydney Morning Herald and The Australian.Next, Bob Lockley, President of the Australian....

25/09/2026

Looking for a unique birthday celebration? Consider visiting the Australian Museum of Printing!

For Peter’s 80th birthday, his family surprised him with a visit to the museum. During his career, Peter worked as a Linotype operator at the Daily Mirror and later at the Government printing office. He wasted no time getting back on the machine, punching out text, and setting headings on the Ludlow. By all accounts, he hasn't lost his touch.

Pictured below is Peter standing in front of the machines, and a happy birthday in wooden type, from our collection of over 5,000 pieces. All the very best to you and your family.

18/09/2026

We created over 100 personalised prints for visitors at the Heritage Trades & Traditional Crafts Fair. Here is a glimpse into the process of printing a single poster.

If you would like to try letterpress printing, get in touch:
🔗https://www.printingmuseum.org.au/
📞 +61 408 412 708

17/09/2026

Ever wanted to create your own poster?

Our next Typography Workshop will be this Tuesday, 22nd September at 10:30am. Typeset, proof and print your own design by hand.

FEW PLACES LEFT, call +61 408 412 708 to secure your spot!
🔗https://www.printingmuseum.org.au/courses

11/09/2026

Don’t forget to join us at the Heritage Trades & Traditional Crafts Fair tomorrow, Sunday, 13th September at Wollondilly Heritage Centre & Museum.

Print your own coaster on the Adana press, enjoy personalised posters printed on the beautiful 1890 Pearl treadle press, and come chat with our friendly volunteers about all things printing.

If you can’t make it to The Oaks this weekend, the museum will still be open from 10am to 2pm on Sunday. We look forward to seeing you then!

07/09/2026

An 1890 Pearl treadle and an ADANA press all packed up and ready for the Heritage Trades & Traditional Crafts Fair at Wollondilly Heritage Centre & Museum this weekend.

We will be printing souvenirs for visitors from 10am-3pm on Sunday, 13th September. Please come down and enjoy all of the incredible activities and displays!

05/09/2026

Join us for Father’s Day!

We are open from 10am to 2pm. Bring the family and learn about the art of letterpress printing.

05/09/2026

An exciting update for the museum’s library:

In August we were joined by Tori Clarke, a Master of Information Studies student from Charles Sturt University. During her placement, she took on the immense task of reorganising and cataloging our library. Tori, thank you for your hard work! We think the results speak for themselves:

31/08/2026

The museum celebrates its 25th anniversary and name change with a media release during August.

In attendance were the Hon. Bob Carr (former NSW Premier), Todd Carney (Mayor of Penrith), Karen McKeown OAM (NSW Parliament member for Penrith), Toby Chapman (CEO of Penrith Performing & Visual Arts), Tash Greentree (CEO of Penrith Paceway), several industry media execs and long-serving life member Graham Elphick.

See link for detailed coverage of this event. The members will celebrate this milestone with a lunch in September.

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The honorary Bob Carr - our longest-serving NSW premier - was welcomed to a special ceremony at the Australian Museum of Printing

30/08/2026

To everyone that dropped by this weekend - thank you! We hope to see you again soon.