Hamilton Wood Type & Printing Museum
Museums, Historical Sites, and ZoosWisconsin, United States2-10 Employees
Hamilton Wood Type & Printing Museum operates as a working museum and community space in Two Rivers, Wisconsin, preserving and presenting the history and craft of wood type, printing, and related arts. The facility functions as a multi-use site—a museum, print shop, type shop, gallery, and store—allowing visitors to tour extensive printing history, observe demonstrations, and purchase items produced by staff, volunteers, and interns. Its collections and on-site processes enable learning and hands-on experience for those interested in letterpress printing, typography, and historical manufacturing techniques. The organization positions itself within the museums and historical sites sector, leveraging its status as a long-standing wood type maker to provide educational tours, workshops, and creative events for a broad audience, including teens through partnerships with local institutions. Recent developments include collaborations and events such as the Hamilton Wayzgoose 2024, reflecting ongoing engagement with the community and the broader printing history community.