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International Printing Museum in Carson

4.8 (89) 315 W Torrance Blvd, Carson, CA 90745, United States

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Museum
Art center
Art museum
History museum
Tourist attraction

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Carson, Los Angeles County, California, US

Phone: +1 310-515-7166
Site: http://printmuseum.org/

Opening hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:Closed
Wednesday:Closed
Thursday:Closed
Friday:Closed
Saturday:10 AM–4 PM
Sunday:Closed

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Total reviews rating 4.8

89 Reviews for International Printing Museum 2024:

Review №1

2024-05-05 02:08:13

I want to go back!!!! I had such a wonderful time with my friend and we are both graphic design students and learned a LOT!!! I recommend the tour! The guide was so friendly I loved her :) She told us the whole history about printing since 700 AD in China all the way to now with computers. It was so so so fuuuun and seeing things I learned about on a projector screen to actually seeing these objects in real life was fascinating! Definitely recommend!

Review №2

2023-11-18 22:22:42

Very friendly volunteers and owners. Super informative. Handon making pulp, art, printing, etc are very fun.

Review №3

2022-04-28 15:47:39

Building may not seem like any ordinary museum and appearance can be deceiving, but it is like a buried treasure. Pleasant surprise! We did not have much expectations but had such a wonderful, guided tour experience. Very knowledgeable guide will present the tour with sense of humor and be educated and appreciated about history of printing. Highly recommended with kids over ten.

Review №4

2018-06-04 05:03:52

I had a wonderful time at International Printing Museum! The tour offered me a lot of knowledge about printing, which was impressive. Also, it was sweet that we were given some adorable gifts during the tour. The tour guide was so humored that we couldnt move our eye from the whole talking. It was a relaxed and interesting experience.It is valuable that there is a museum keeps all those remarkable machines invented in the old period far from us. Thank you!

Review №5

2023-10-22 01:16:43

First rate collection! The events, staff and things you can learn are best of class. Been coming since 2018, and never miss a chance to visit! ~Mark E. Sackett

Review №6

2022-01-10 03:26:24

A hidden gem like they say. The guided tour with Peter will delight you and your kids. All machines work. And you can see them in action. You will learn more than you expect.

Review №7

2023-12-04 02:56:02

You dont know what cha dont knowBUT, you will learn something and it will be enjoyable. Really cool place.

Review №8

2019-10-21 13:59:23

My sister-in-law invited me to go to an event at the museum on Sunday. I had heard of the printing museum, but never went. I was in awe of the place. Seeing how they printed newspapers, flyers, etc on machines from the late 1800s and 1900 was so exciting to me. Loved it. We got the chance to roll out the papers too. They also showed how they made letters out of hot material and they painstakingly set up each letter for an article. The neatest part is that they made our names or business name using this hot substance into a stamp, for free. The entrance fee was $10.00 and you just donated any amount at the various demonstrations. It was great. I think its an annual event.

Review №9

2024-03-24 00:14:57

Very knowledgeable staff and the active demonstrations of the different printing presses is what makes this museum great!

Review №10

2022-07-02 23:09:11

A real unique and interactive experience lead by thoughtful and knowledgeable staff. The guided tour has you watching type made before your eyes! They also offer many unique and custom souvenirs available.

Review №11

2017-02-14 17:01:05

This place is very interesting. You can see many old printing technologies. We attended on Boy Scout day, where scouts can earn merit badges. The demonstrations included seeing a working Linotype machine (they let you keep the cast line of text), a proofing press, and making a silkscreened T-shirt.

Review №12

2017-05-29 10:38:32

This place is very educated. I didnt know there is such a nice museum near me.

Review №13

2017-12-11 01:51:52

Absolutely everyone from the age of 2 to 112 should visit this amazing Museum! They have the history of the movies and all the printing machines that have been used in different movies like Newsies and some 50 plus more. The employees and volunteers are absolutely astonishing in their knowledge of the printing business. The most amazing thing about this Museum is that you get to learn how to use the printing presses. You get to take home the things you print and you can even see one of the original Bibles and how they were printed. This is a must-see in a little town called Carson California. Its not expensive and you go home awed. Dont miss the special Productions they have during Christmas Halloween and during the summer. On top of that if youre a boy scout or a girl scout they have a program for you to get a badge.

Review №14

2022-10-02 02:06:58

Such a wonderful, beautifully curated and thoughtful museum with great activities and a fantastic tour that are all engaging for both adults and kids. Went with a big group of friends and family as a birthday outing and had a great time and the museum staff were so welcoming. Hoping to come back for one of their many cool workshops.

Review №15

2022-12-27 20:44:35

I recently had the opportunity to visit the International Printing Museum and was absolutely blown away by the experience. As someone who has a deep appreciation for the art and science of printing, I found the museum to be a true treasure trove of knowledge and history. The exhibits were extremely well-curated and offered a fascinating look at the evolution of printing technology over the centuries. The museum staff were also incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, and were more than happy to answer any questions I had. I left the museum feeling truly inspired and grateful for the opportunity to learn more about this important field. If you have even a passing interest in printing, I cannot recommend the International Printing Museum enough. It is an absolute must-see for anyone in the South Bay area.te 99 Cents ReviewWrite a positive review for the 99 Cents Only Store.I absolutely love the 99 Cents Only Store! I am always amazed at the variety of products they have available at such low prices. The store is always clean and well-organized, which makes it easy to find exactly what Im looking for. Ive found everything from household essentials to unique gifts at this store, and Ive never been disappointed with the quality of the products. The staff is also always friendly and helpful, which adds to the overall positive shopping experience. I highly recommend the 99 Cents Only Store to anyone looking for great deals on a wide range of products.Write a positive review for the Think Prime SteakhouseI had the pleasure of dining at Think Prime Steakhouse and was blown away by the level of service and quality of the food. From the moment we walked in the door, we were greeted with warm smiles and made to feel welcome. Our server was knowledgeable and attentive, and the menu had a great selection of mouth-watering steaks, seafood, and other dishes. The steak I ordered was cooked to perfection and was incredibly flavorful. The sides and desserts were also top-notch, making for a truly memorable dining experience. I would highly recommend Think Prime Steakhouse to anyone looking for an upscale dining experience that delivers on both food and service.Write an exceptionally positive review for the International Printing MuseumI recently had the opportunity to visit the International Printing Museum and was absolutely blown away by the experience. As someone who has a deep appreciation for the art and science of printing, I found the museum to be a true treasure trove of knowledge and history. The exhibits were extremely well-curated and offered a fascinating look at the evolution of printing technology over the centuries. The museum staff were also incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, and were more than happy to answer any questions I had. I left the museum feeling truly inspired and grateful for the opportunity to learn more about this important field. If you have even a passing interest in printing, I cannot recommend the International Printing Museum enough. It is an absolute must-see for anyone in the Los Angeles area.Can you add positive commentary about the interactive printing press exhibitsAbsolutely! One of the highlights of my visit to the International Printing Museum was the opportunity to see the interactive printing press exhibits in action. These exhibits were truly a marvel to behold, and it was fascinating to watch the printing process up close and learn about the various techniques and technologies involved. The museum staff were also on hand to provide demonstrations and answer questions, which added to the overall educational value of the experience. I found the interactive exhibits to be a particularly engaging and fun way to learn about the printing process, and I would definitely recommend checking them out if you have the chance. Overall, the interactive printing press exhibits at the International Printing Museum are a fantastic way to immerse yourself in the world of printing and gain a deeper appreciation for the art and science of this important field.

Review №16

2022-09-25 01:05:19

This museum is such a great experience! The tour was super interesting and informative. Its so cool to see how all the old machines worked! The 50s print shop has such a great smell, like machine oil and ink, too. Id love to go back!

Review №17

2021-05-09 23:05:09

The museum was great. I didnt know what to expect so I was pleasantly surprised when we got a tour, demonstrations, interesting information and even some souvenirs. The staff were welcoming and enthusiastic. I highly recommend this for any age group.

Review №18

2023-11-03 17:57:56

Went for the annual “Printer’s Fair”, which was a delight!.. I look forward to going back again to explore the museum more thoroughly.

Review №19

2021-11-10 19:54:12

Its a world famous museum which is tucked into a little corner of Carson. Went to the Printers Fair, took my grandson, he had a great time. There are lots of interactive displays, he had a chance to operate some of the printing presses, he even silkscreened his own tee shirt. There were a lot of vendors with a wide variety of reasonably priced wares, everything from cards to typewriters, to antiques. Strongly suggest you go there, you wont regret it.

Review №20

2024-04-20 19:10:49

I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to this museum. The docents are enthusiastic and knowledgeable. The exhibits are amazing. Some are interactive and some are operable demonstrations. Highly recommended.

Review №21

2022-12-28 05:07:32

Had a super great time here. The staff was super friendly and knowledgeable. My kiddo learned a lot. Im looking forward to taking her back for some of their activities.

Review №22

2021-07-03 21:42:34

Oh wow. We did this just to get out and do some family thing on a Saturday. We were sceptical at first, but this place is awesome! The staff is super nice and walks you through some really neat pieces of history. If youre on the fence, definitely give it a go. Worth the price to keep this place running.

Review №23

2016-03-05 01:56:10

So awesome. We took a big field trip of about 35 kids and adults and had an awesome time. I was amazed and how many working devices they have, and even more that they let us do the actual printing on some of the smaller presses - dating back to 1865! We were very impressed with the working Linotype machine, and the replica of the Guttneburg press. The tour was just right for a couple hours field trip, and the staff very helpful and friendly. Everyone had a great time, and walked away with a good days worth of education!

Review №24

2023-10-10 01:09:53

Im a docent at the museum, great place to work, great people, if you have an interest in letter press printing this is a must see venue

Review №25

2019-02-13 07:41:33

Fantastic place and so closeCame here for a tour with our GS troop. Didnt sound that interesting but wow! Our tour guide Sara was so knowledgeable and made it fun and educational for the girls. They had a short interactive lecture with her and then she took us around and showed us all the printing presses thru the years with a short demonstration on each. Even I learned a lot about the history and how books were made. They are located in Carson just off the Harbor Freeway and so close to us. I would highly recommend everyone to visit, especially kids who loves books.

Review №26

2017-12-15 22:31:08

An interesting place to visit if you are interested in seeing (some working) vintage printing equipment. (regularly Open Saturdays only)I visited during a special Dickens Christmas season event. This was a special treat, with people dressed & acting the part of characters from Dickens stories. Others, in vintage costume, played music, greeted guests & some explained interesting features about... & demonstrated working printing presses & other interesting pieces of the vintage equipment.For this special event, there was even an entertaining live production in a small theatre space.Definitely interesting enough to have warrenty the long drive from our location.

Review №27

2016-11-04 17:52:44

Exceptional, historical collection of printing presses and everything associated with them!

Review №28

2017-10-14 01:38:38

Brought my 13 yr. old son for Smithsonians Free Museum Day. We had a great time, my son loved it. They do a small tour and are very formative. The neat thing is you get to use some of the old printers/demonstrate them too.

Review №29

2016-07-03 18:23:14

Everyone needs to see this place at least once to see how news and information was disseminated prior to computers, and prior to TV and radio! Bring your kids -- all inquisitive children will be interested in what they see. Some kids will be so fascinated that they may want to take up printing as a hobby, which is still very possible -- there are many books about printing at Amazon, and there is printing equipment of all sizes for sale at eBay. Dont rush your visit. Allow two to three hours to see everything and to talk to the guides. This museum also needs your financial support. Lets not take history for granted.

Review №30

2017-10-27 00:27:15

Who knew that a printing museum could be so interesting. The best time to enjoy this museum is when they have events such as the Dickens show around Christmas time and their annual printers fair where many vendors come to sell their stuff and there is also lots of hands-on activities. I know they have other programs but I am mostly familiar with those two. The Dickens show is a lot of fun.

Review №31

2018-04-08 15:53:24

One of the largest printing museums in the US. The Museum opens at 10am on Saturday and the $10 admission includes a tour, printed page from the Gutenberg press, printed souvenir page, and linotype line you select.The first tour starts at 10:15 so get there when it opens as it lasts 90 minutes and there is only one tour at a time. We learned of printing from the time before the press, to the first press, and then to the innovations to the present with lots of examples in the museum. We saw type cast from lead, presses in action, and the LINOTYPE machine in use.We then spent time after the tour going through all the exhibits. It took a bit over 2 hours to see everything and we could have spent much longer. The docents were very happy to answer all our questions.

Review №32

2023-10-22 01:24:49

Went to the printers fair today. Great event. If you are into letterpress printing this is a place for you

Review №33

2023-05-14 21:53:55

Great Museum, great peace of history. Amazing how much of old printers are still working. They give demos on old printing techniques

Review №34

2021-05-27 01:37:22

Fun unique experience. Great tour and moments

Review №35

2018-06-12 15:57:19

What a fun to place to tour. We happened to bring some boys from our Scout Troop for a Merit Badge day. The staff and volunteers do a stellar job.

Review №36

2022-02-07 02:08:15

This place is a great place for kids! They teach you about how books and paper is made, they have so many interacting activities and machines. It is so fascinating and my kids told me they learned so much!

Review №37

2023-03-14 20:36:17

What a great place to go and learn about how printing began. A live show of Benjamin Franklin was the best. A must go too .

Review №38

2019-02-16 20:40:01

Great resource for information about printing. Its origins and methods are preserved here for future generations. Printing is not dead.

Review №39

2018-10-16 15:09:49

A hidden gem. Print machines from over print history. Most in working order and enthusiastic docents to demonstrate and sometimes assist you in operating them. They cater to young people, so bring your respectful children and they will be engaged. Im going back as I did not have a chance to see everything. And Ill bring my 17 y.o. with.

Review №40

2021-07-18 03:32:24

For the price of admission, you get a awesome history lesson, small keep sakes like a metal typeface that was made right in front of you. Well worth the money.

Review №41

2019-09-24 06:55:29

Peter was really great. He explained everything from Guthenberg to Linotype with knowledge and passion while operating all these machines. Strong recommendations for everybody who is interested in the history of printing and publishing.

Review №42

2016-01-03 00:07:48

They have the third oldest printing press in the U.S. (1806). The two oldest are in the Smithsonian. There is also a replica of Ben Franklins print shop, working Linotype machines and they do demonstrations if you take the tour. Very cool!

Review №43

2021-08-08 02:21:42

Docents are knowledgeable and welcoming. They provide an informative, immersive and delightful experience! Looking forward to future post-pandemic workshops!

Review №44

2019-08-03 06:06:52

Took my son for a Boy Scout merit badge class and had a great time. Lots of hands on stuff. Really neat history.

Review №45

2016-07-31 14:20:12

5 stars but only for people interesting in the history of literacy and publishing. The tour guides were informative and charming. Recommended.

Review №46

2021-07-07 19:44:14

Best kept secret! The tour was amazing and interactive. Even if you arent a printing nerd it is great.

Review №47

2017-06-28 19:15:02

Hidden jewel. Well worth a visit. Staff are very interesting and knowledgable. Dont forget to catch Ben Franklin.

Review №48

2019-02-18 10:15:25

Went to a lecture here and had an amazing time. What wonderful museum and I will gladly return soon

Review №49

2019-07-31 18:55:20

A must have to visit in LA. You feel the connection of times and even have an opportunity to print your own page of Bible using a recreated Gutenberg press!

Review №50

2021-07-18 00:44:09

An awesome place to visit... Mark was amazing... August 7th @ 9am they will be allowing you to work hands on

Review №51

2016-04-03 21:37:56

I was expecting a hole-in-the-wall, but this place is actually pretty vast. Legit collection of fascinating printing machinery, operated by friendly and knowledgable docents. Youll need at least an hour.

Review №52

2018-09-29 20:27:50

Great place. My son was so excited to be here and got a stamp with his own name made by Linotype!

Review №53

2019-10-20 21:23:31

Annual Printers Fair - Lots to see and do. Great fun for kids and adults. Live demos of working printing presses and letterpresses.

Review №54

2019-05-01 07:31:08

Great place.for kids (and adults) to learn about how to make paper and learn about the history of the printing process and see the historic technology.

Review №55

2017-09-27 02:51:01

Magical is the best word to describe the experience

Review №56

2019-05-19 21:13:47

Great layout. Its a trip down memory lane. When they have a tour. Im going.

Review №57

2020-03-14 14:51:12

The tour is in-depth, super interesting, and hands on! definitely check it out!!

Review №58

2018-07-12 21:54:15

A fascinating and fun place to learn about printing and the history of the printed word. It is another gem in LAs panolpy of the unique and unexpected.

Review №59

2019-09-21 20:38:35

This place is unknown by so many people. If you have any interest at all in printing process or printing machines, do yourself a favor and go.

Review №60

2017-12-09 23:06:43

Dickens Day was great fun with lunch. Great place.

Review №61

2022-10-23 04:31:22

Amazing experience at the Printer Fair. Amazing museum

Review №62

2023-03-24 20:10:53

Awesome. History about the evolution of printing. Amazing

Review №63

2020-05-21 21:35:13

Enjoyed my time there jaxson was a very knowledgeable host and an enjoyable host

Review №64

2021-04-11 14:16:41

What an Amazing Little Gem 💎 full of interesting facts and history!

Review №65

2018-06-04 13:21:32

Fun for school age kids. Great look back at history.

Review №66

2015-01-16 10:25:13

Went to the Dickensian Christmas last year-it was fabulous!

Review №67

2017-12-08 02:09:52

What a diamond field trip!!! We will definitely go again.

Review №68

2023-02-12 03:07:27

Excellent presentation and lots of information.

Review №69

2019-11-13 18:39:15

Informative, friendly staff.

Review №70

2017-10-19 00:48:23

Very nice museum. Historical!

Review №71

2019-08-06 20:17:40

Very Cool learning experience. Highly recommended

Review №72

2021-04-22 14:59:03

Great place to visit and learn about printing history.

Review №73

2017-10-19 14:32:05

Great place for kids, educational and fun, great staff

Review №74

2019-09-04 15:32:34

Hands on museum great fun day at events

Review №75

2019-12-16 02:11:18

Awesome museum with cool stuff

Review №76

2019-06-15 03:15:56

Loved the place.Now i know 😮 all about printing and history 🙌!!!!!!!

Review №77

2018-08-02 16:35:25

Very friendly employees and interacts well with kids

Review №78

2018-04-24 13:43:59

Amazing history of printing exhibits!

Review №79

2018-05-29 16:15:06

Good informative field trip

Review №80

2016-11-16 00:50:22

A museum where you can touch and use museum pieces.

Review №81

2023-02-26 22:41:10

Must visite here

Review №82

2019-03-28 15:55:48

A hidden gem in Los Angeles!

Review №83

2022-06-09 21:35:49

Fun learning center

Review №84

2018-07-02 05:58:33

Is an average place.

Review №85

2021-11-06 17:59:40

Very

Review №86

2018-11-09 11:33:05

Good experience

Review №87

2019-03-19 22:27:42

Lots of history!

Review №88

2024-07-04 19:14:01

This place has a variety of items showing the History of books, newspapers and using ink. For the special events there is also lots of crafting (hot foil, t shirt making, paper marbeling, etc) and you can even get your name made into metal type. Lots of interesting things and a good look at the History of printing things before computers.

Review №89

2020-01-11 21:13:02

Great museum! We went there on Saturday and many volunteers were there to share their passion with us. We had a guided tour of about an hour with several demonstrations. Highly recommended if you pass by.