Henty Observer Printing Museum
Highlights
- Explore the original 1934 brick building, immersing yourself in the rich history of The Observer newspaper.
- Observe pre-1900 Platen machines, gaining insight into the evolution of printing technology over the decades.
- Discover the 1907 Wharfedale printing machine, a testament to the craftsmanship of early 20th-century printing.
- Engage with a variety of historical printing memorabilia, connecting with the stories behind the printed word.
The Henty Observer Printing Museum is housed in the original 1934 brick building of The Observer newspaper.
Visitors can observe how the newspapers of yesteryear were printed and see how much printing has changed since then.
The museum is home to a variety of Platen machines some pre-1900, one of the original Wharfedale printing machines of 1907, a large Miehle auto printer, linotype machines, newspaper folding machines, guillotine and other printing memorabilia of historical interest.
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Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
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