Letterpress Lab

Enjoy community in the print studio! Set type, make polymer plates, and print on MCBA's presses. Requests for a specific press may be made when registering. Fee covers inks and solvents; supply your own paper. Experience Required Pricing $50 | $25 Scholarship | $75 Pay-It-Forward MCBA members receive a 10% discount on tuition. Scholarships are available for individuals facing adversity as it relates to identity, income/wealth, and lack of access to arts resources. The Pay-It-Forward rate (tuition, plus 50%) supports MCBA’s efforts to make scholarships available. We leave it to you to choose the rate that is meaningful to you based on your income, wealth, and privilege status. Experience Required Letterpress Lab is designed for those who have completed workshops, Letterpress 1–3, or have similar experience. If you have questions about your experience level, please email studios@mnbookarts.org prior to registration. If you need letterpress experience to register for future Letterpress Labs, register for Letterpress 1–3, offered regularly. Registration closes 24 hours in advance. Instructions on how to enter MCBA for Studio Lab will be sent in a confirmation email once registration is complete. Upcoming Letterpress Labs Nov 7 November 7, 2026 Letterpress Lab November 7, 2026 Set type, make polymer plates, and print on MCBA’s presses. Read more → November 7, 2026 Nov 10 November 10, 2026 Letterpress Lab November 10, 2026 Set type, make polymer plates, and print on MCBA’s presses. Read more → November 10, 2026 Nov 17 November 17, 2026 Letterpress Lab November 17, 2026 Set type, make polymer plates, and print on MCBA’s presses. Read more → November 17, 2026 Nov 24 November 24, 2026 Letterpress Lab November 24, 2026 Set type, make polymer plates, and print on MCBA’s presses. Read more → November 24, 2026 Dec 5 December 5, 2026 Letterpress Lab December 5, 2026 Set type, make polymer plates, and print on MCBA’s presses. Read more…