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A Taste of Letterpress Workshop (Friday 3/21, 6PM)

fivebyfive’s programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

fivebyfive was supported by New Music USA’s Organization Fund in 2024-25. 


GET READY FOR ENDURING STORIES WITH EMILY PINKERTON!

Learn about 19th-century letterpress techniques through hands-on exploration of moveable types, inks, and machines that New York printers used to mass produce the song texts that inspired Emily in her new work.
We are so excited to partner with Flower City Arts Center!

A Taste of Letterpress Workshop

Friday 3/21/25, 6 - 9 pm

Flower City Arts Center

713 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY 14607

$60

Learn about 19th Century printing techniques while enjoying light refreshments and exploring the letterpress collection at Flower City Arts Center. Participants will hand-set moveable type to print a custom notecard using historic presses.

Learn about a second workshop being offered, here

Earlier Event: November 17
Meet Emily Pinkerton