The Platen Press

  • 3051 Sheridan Road Zion, IL 60099
  • (847) 731-1945

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History Museums

Featuring the collection of Paul Aken, The Platen Press is a museum devoted to printing and bookbinding history. The museum features machines and equipment related to hot metal casting and letter pressing, as well as other aspects of printing.

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