nick howard

One of the recent projects at the museum involves an Ostrander-Seymour Co. chute board, traditionally used to square plates or smooth the edges of metal processed on the saw. This is a Style A, measuring 12” x 18”, with a squaring plane. #printingmuseum #printinghistory

2025 #YellowPages for Burlington is a shadow of its former self compared to the 2006 ed. Once a vital resource for businesses & the community, it transitioned from a key source of info to a riser for computers in early 2000s. #printingmuseum #printinghistory #printeddirectories

A heartfelt thank you to the Weathervane Press for the 2025 #ChristmasKeepsake. It rekindled the joy of opening a new book on #Christmas morning. The book features lovely, poignant stories & Christmas in Atlantic Canada. Wishing you all the best for 2026. #printingmuseum

Sharing a couple of photos of the recently donated bronze bust of Ottmar #Mergenthaler, the inventor of the #Linotype. It became a staple in composing rooms at #newspapers, book & magazine printers worldwide. Special thanks to Joseph Banich for this amazing gift. #printingmuseum

A touch of gold. A recent restoration work brought this late 1920s Simplex Hot Foil Stamper back to life. The Simplex Type K is a manual model, with manual foil advancement & a hand lever. #printingmuseum #printinghistory #museumrestoration #hotfoilstamping #goldstamping

Sending our best wishes for the HOHOHOliday season to Yuri and the Taste of Colombia team! @tasteof_colombia Thanks, Sean, for a fantastic job printing the coasters. A great workout, too 💪 #holidayseason #oakville #bestintown #printingmuseum #letterpress

GM Thornton, long established printers in Toronto, produced this issue in 1968. Today, the original "cuts" used in producing the book are proudly showcased at the Howard Iron Works Printing Museum, highlighting the rich history and legacy of this invaluable financial resource.

Published for over 100 years, the MURRAY’S INTEREST TABLES was originally created by Benjamin W. Murray, an esteemed accountant serving the Supreme Court of Ont. Thank you, Bruce Thornton, for sharing part of GM Thornton's legacy with the museum. #printingmuseum #printinghistory

Congrats to Rachel Williams and Hans Hoeppler, winners of Amos P. Kennedy, Jr.'s CITIZEN PRINTER books. Enjoy the book, and be inspired by the author, his art and the powerful message it conveys. #printingmuseum #printinghistory #activism #PEF2025

The Japanese Paper Place @thejppofficial imports authentic Japanese paper for global distribution, fostering creativity through its unique qualities. #JapanesePaper #Creativity #WashiCraft #printfair #bookart #PEF2025 #CultureDays2025

Check these out, too. #culturedays2025 #printingmuseum #printinghistory #letterpress #woodtype #pochoir #suminagashi #papermarbling #workshops #PEF2025 #printingworkshop #limitededitionposter #HandsOnExperience #PaperCrafting #BookDesign #Creativity

Workshops are selling out fast. Check out our lineup for PE&F 2025! Join us on Saturday, Sep 27, for a range of workshops, featuring old favourites and exciting new additions. Secure your spot early to ensure you don't miss out. Link: howardironworks.org/.../pef2025-wo…

Based in the beautiful #NiagaraFalls area, Pat McIlroy, an accomplished printmaker, has no trouble finding inspiration for his work. Stop by Pat’s table and check out his fantastic creations. #printmaking #culturedays2025 #printingmuseum #printinghistory #letterpress #PEF2025

Papertrail has been the source for Canadian book artists for more than 25 years, offering a diverse selection of materials, equipment, and expertise in #papermaking, #marbling, #bookbinding & #letterpress. #PEF2025 #CultureDays2025

At #PEF2025, alongside Sean Cumming, George Walker takes on the challenge of managing four machines: a #Linotype, 3 #Intertype, and a #Ludlow. Catch them at the #HotMetalRevival area. #PEF2025 #Linecaster #printingmuseum #printinghistory #printingfair #Oakville #OakilleEvents

Welcome back, Beverly, to the PE&F 2025. I'm looking forward to catching up with you and exploring what you have to offer this year. #HolidayShopping #UniqueGifts #SupportLocalArtists #culturedays2025 #printingmuseum #printinghistory #letterpress #PEF2025 #PaperCrafting

Meet your favourite artists/vendors, shop for the perfect #holidaygifts, and discover a treasure trove of items at the #PEF2025, Sep 27, 10am-4pm. howardironworks.org/hiw-pef2025/pe… #UniqueGifts #SupportLocalArtists #culturedays2025 #printingmuseum #printinghistory #letterpress #buylocal

Experience the mesmerizing process of suminagashi, where each piece tells a story of ancient traditions & artistic mastery. Dive into this captivating art form & let your #creativity flow with the timeless allure of floating ink. howardironworks.org/hiw-pef2025/pe… #PEF2025 #CultureDays2025

Join us for an engaging workshop on Japanese Stab bindings! Discover the beauty of exposed spines and intricate sewing patterns that create durable and visually appealing bindings. howardironworks.org/hiw-pef2025/pe… #culturedays2025 #PEF2025 #OakvilleEvents

Learn to craft your unique bookplate from start to finish - from design to carving and printing. Personalize your library with these custom bookplates, adding a touch of artistry to your favourite reads. howardironworks.org/hiw-pef2025/pe… #CultureDays #linocut #Oakville #PEF2025