Devil and the Knock-Down: Social History of the Printing Trade
For Dublin Festival of History • 1 hour • Guided Tour
Duration: 1 hour
About
Imagine yourself walking amidst the inky smells and intense noises of a 1960’s Dublin print shop at the National Print Museum. On this bespoke social history tour, we will explore the ordinary (and extraordinary) lives and customs of the printing trade. We’ll discuss topics such as the role of women in the Irish printing trade, ‘fire eaters’, ‘printer’s devils’ and the pressmen who were brought to court for eating a sausage! Have you ever wondered who printed the 1916 Proclamation? Would you like to learn about print shop fun, games and mischief? Then join this 50-minute tour where we celebrate the humanity of the highly skilled, lively craftspeople who brought life and colour to their ancient craft.
Highlights
- Specialised Tour
- Expert Guide
Accessibility
This tour is conducted on the ground floor, where visitors will also find the Reception, Museum Shop, permanent exhibition, toilets, and Café. The ground floor is fully accessible to wheelchair users. Entry for wheelchairs is via the Café.
The Museum welcomes guide and service dogs.
Café
Press is an independent café located in the National Print Museum. All the food is lovingly homemade using fresh ingredients from Irish suppliers. Try one of the daily chalk board specials or a cup of delightful Cloud Pickers coffee, roasted and pressed in Dublin. Escape under the archway into a cosy enclave for breakfast, lunch or an afternoon treat on week days. A restorative rustic brunch menu is served on weekends.