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2 minute video of a book making competition




History
Want to know how the Silver Buckle Press got its name? Learn more about the press's history here.

Tours
Interested in touring the Silver Buckle Press? Arrange a visit here.

Silver Buckle Press
Silver Buckle Press is a working museum of letterpress printing dedicated to preserving the craft of fine printing through educational programming, publications, exhibitions and tours. The Silver Buckle Press collection of books, wood and metal type, presses, and printing equipment are part of the University of Wisconsin–Madison Libraries.

For students, scholars, and the general public Silver Buckle Press offers opportunities for studying the history of the book and the cultural heritage of printing. Our staff is available to answer questions about printing history and practice, and to give talks and hands-on demonstrations. We provide intensive training to students on staff, and conduct tours for University classes and community groups.

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