Einblick in die Satzwerkstatt
Overview
Intro
Discover the Satzwerkstatt Solothurn and its history. Learn more about the development of book printing, the profession of typesetter and try your hand at the printing press yourself.
Dive into the world of the black art and experience the history and origins of the Satzwerkstatt Solothurn. Discover the evolution of the art of printing and how this craft has changed over the centuries.
A particular focus is on the profession of the typesetter. Learn about the versatile tasks and find out what central role this profession played in traditional book printing and still plays today. At the same time, you will gain an insight into the current work of the Satzwerkstatt and the preservation of this unique craft.
And finally, you will get to be active yourself! Under expert guidance, you will create your own print on the printing press, which you can take home as a memento.
Dates
17.08.2026 | 31.08.2026 | 05.10.2026 | 12.10.2026 | 19.10.2026
Time
3:00 PM
Language
German
Duration
1.5 hours
Meeting point
Satzwerkstatt, Burrisgraben 45/46, Solothurn
End point
Satzwerkstatt, Burrisgraben 45/46, Solothurn
Tickets
Can be booked online or purchased at the Tourist Office at Hauptgasse 69 in Solothurn. Places are limited – be quick!
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31.08.2026 - 19.10.2026
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Offer Validity
- 31 August 2026
- 05 October 2026
- 12 October 2026
- 19 October 2026