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Tipoteca

Cornuda, Italy

This Italian museum is a one-of-a-kind celebration of printing and type. 

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Tipoteca is a little-known museum of type, fonts, and print technology. A must-visit place for people who love books and font art.

The museum is home to printing machines from ancient times to more recent creations. There are old mechanical linotypes, newspaper printing machines, as well as a great collection of typefaces.

The museum has also a library and organizes class and workshops. 

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Monday to Saturday 9—13 / 14—18 Closed on Sunday and public holidays.

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