The Penrith Museum of Printing
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The Penrith Museum of Printing
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The Penrith Museum of Printing
will be closed Easter Sunday
and will re open 12 April, 2026
10am till 2pm
Entry $5 Adult, Children Free
Tour bookings will be taken
either online or phone
contact us: 0408 412 708
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Art at the Lewers Gallery
On Friday, 15th November, we proudly showcased some of our hard work at the Lewers Gallery, Emu Plains, during the Spot the Difference exhibition. This event focused on the legendary Black Panther rumoured to roam the Penrith/Blue Mountains area, blending mythical tales with the spirit of the
Penrith Panthers
Rugby League team (and yes, even the famous missing tooth saga)!
Our museum’s contribution? A fictitious front and back page of the Penrith Daily Newspaper, brought to life through the traditional letterpress method.
Thanks to local Bilpin artist Regina Walter, who approached us with this brilliant idea, our talented members, Graham, Steve, Dennis, Ralph, John, and George, created a stunning piece of art.
Using our vintage tools, including hand-setting type cases, Ludlow, Linotype, and wooden type, the pages were printed on the Vandercook Press.
They were then displayed in a nostalgic wire poster rack, just like those once found outside newsagents. This incredible work is now part of the exhibition, running until
16 February 2025. The Lewers Gallery
Penrith Regional Gallery, Home of The Lewers Bequest
is always a treat to visit, but this exhibit makes it extra special. Don’t miss it!
Family Talent on Display!
We were thrilled to see more of our museum family making waves at the gallery. Steve Boyd, one of our amazing members, has a talented son,
Shannon Boyd Artist
, who also contributed to the exhibition.
Right next to our display, Shannon created a giant mural of a Black Panther and a young girl, painted directly onto the gallery wall! This masterpiece, which took him three days to complete, captivated everyone who attended.
Rare Book Week
2025
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The Museum is again host to Rare Book Week for the third year.
Numbers are limited so book early.
We have three knowledgeable speakers covering three fascinating periods in time, from the Renaissance to Google! How fonts were created, the impact of the Linotype machine and the evolution of book structures.
Followed by demonstrations/ tours of our Living Museum. All equipment will be on show and running demonstrations throughout the show.
You can try hand typesetting just like Gutenberg did in the 1400's followed by a print on our Presses from the mid 1800's.
Reproductions of the last Letterpress newspaper in Australia, the front and back pages of the Dorrigo Gazette will be run off on our 1936 Heidelberg Cylinder press.
Plus many Rare books and Newspapers will be on display including the Facsimile of the Gutenberg Bible.
Enjoy light refreshments while you marvel at many examples of box wood engravings and our volunteers will entertain you with live demonstrations and valuable history.
October 21st from 1.30 - 3.30pm
. The Museum is on the Penrith Paceway site, opposite the new stadium being built for the Penrith Panthers.
Plenty of free parking right next to the Museum or catch Blue Mountains train to Penrith then a bus or 15 minute walk.
Book directly with the
museum on email
ralockley07@gmail.com
or phone 0408 412 708 (Bob).
WORKSHOP DATES:
Our popular Letterpress workshops, including Typography, Poster, and Adana workshops are available now!
Don’t miss your chance to learn the timeless craft of Letterpress Printing.
The workshops are $125 per person and take one day to complete,
commencing at 10.30am till 4pm.
Register online or by phone details
here.
Plan ahead to secure your spot!
Open for visitors on Sundays!
The Museum is open to the public every Sunday from 10am to 2pm or by appointment. Looking for a unique venue for your next party, meeting, or event? Contact us to create an unforgettable experience for your guests as they step back in time at our living museum.
We can’t wait to see you soon!
Book your Group Tour Now
To avoid disappointment please send us a email or call for bookings, 0
408 412 708
email:
ralockley07@gmail.com
Become a Member click here
Become a Sponsor click here
Donation link
The Penrith Museum of Printing
is located west of Sydney at the grounds of the Penrith Paceway, Ransley Street
Penrith, NSW Australia.
Telephone: 0408 412 708
Email:
ralockley07@gmail.com
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top of page
8-PAGE-BOOK
Whafedale rollers
Ready to print
8-PAGE-BOOK
1/15
The Penrith Museum of Printing
will be closed Easter Sunday
and will re open 12 April, 2026
10am till 2pm
Entry $5 Adult, Children Free
Tour bookings will be taken
either online or phone
contact us: 0408 412 708
PantersLewers gallary2
PantersLewers gallary
Shannon_Boyd_Lewers gallary2
PantersLewers gallary2
1/5
Art at the Lewers Gallery
On Friday, 15th November, we proudly showcased some of our hard work at the Lewers Gallery, Emu Plains, during the Spot the Difference exhibition. This event focused on the legendary Black Panther rumoured to roam the Penrith/Blue Mountains area, blending mythical tales with the spirit of the
Penrith Panthers
Rugby League team (and yes, even the famous missing tooth saga)!
Our museum’s contribution? A fictitious front and back page of the Penrith Daily Newspaper, brought to life through the traditional letterpress method.
Thanks to local Bilpin artist Regina Walter, who approached us with this brilliant idea, our talented members, Graham, Steve, Dennis, Ralph, John, and George, created a stunning piece of art.
Using our vintage tools, including hand-setting type cases, Ludlow, Linotype, and wooden type, the pages were printed on the Vandercook Press.
They were then displayed in a nostalgic wire poster rack, just like those once found outside newsagents. This incredible work is now part of the exhibition, running until
16 February 2025. The Lewers Gallery
Penrith Regional Gallery, Home of The Lewers Bequest
is always a treat to visit, but this exhibit makes it extra special. Don’t miss it!
Family Talent on Display!
We were thrilled to see more of our museum family making waves at the gallery. Steve Boyd, one of our amazing members, has a talented son,
Shannon Boyd Artist
, who also contributed to the exhibition.
Right next to our display, Shannon created a giant mural of a Black Panther and a young girl, painted directly onto the gallery wall! This masterpiece, which took him three days to complete, captivated everyone who attended.
Rare Book Week
2025
Alia Boxwood 24-22
Alia Boxwood 24-11
Alia Boxwood 24-25
Alia Boxwood 24-22
1/27
The Museum is again host to Rare Book Week for the third year.
Numbers are limited so book early.
We have three knowledgeable speakers covering three fascinating periods in time, from the Renaissance to Google! How fonts were created, the impact of the Linotype machine and the evolution of book structures.
Followed by demonstrations/ tours of our Living Museum. All equipment will be on show and running demonstrations throughout the show.
You can try hand typesetting just like Gutenberg did in the 1400's followed by a print on our Presses from the mid 1800's.
Reproductions of the last Letterpress newspaper in Australia, the front and back pages of the Dorrigo Gazette will be run off on our 1936 Heidelberg Cylinder press.
Plus many Rare books and Newspapers will be on display including the Facsimile of the Gutenberg Bible.
Enjoy light refreshments while you marvel at many examples of box wood engravings and our volunteers will entertain you with live demonstrations and valuable history.
October 21st from 1.30 - 3.30pm
. The Museum is on the Penrith Paceway site, opposite the new stadium being built for the Penrith Panthers.
Plenty of free parking right next to the Museum or catch Blue Mountains train to Penrith then a bus or 15 minute walk.
Book directly with the
museum on email
ralockley07@gmail.com
or phone 0408 412 708 (Bob).
WORKSHOP DATES:
Our popular Letterpress workshops, including Typography, Poster, and Adana workshops are available now!
Don’t miss your chance to learn the timeless craft of Letterpress Printing.
The workshops are $125 per person and take one day to complete,
commencing at 10.30am till 4pm.
Register online or by phone details
here.
Plan ahead to secure your spot!
Open for visitors on Sundays!
The Museum is open to the public every Sunday from 10am to 2pm or by appointment. Looking for a unique venue for your next party, meeting, or event? Contact us to create an unforgettable experience for your guests as they step back in time at our living museum.
We can’t wait to see you soon!
Book your Group Tour Now
To avoid disappointment please send us a email or call for bookings, 0
408 412 708
email:
ralockley07@gmail.com
Become a Member click here
Become a Sponsor click here
Donation link
The Penrith Museum of Printing
is located west of Sydney at the grounds of the Penrith Paceway, Ransley Street
Penrith, NSW Australia.
Telephone: 0408 412 708
Email:
ralockley07@gmail.com
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