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First Saturday Tour (August)

Saturday, August 1, 2026
1:00 PM 1:30 PM

Minnesota Center for Book Arts 1011 Washington Avenue South Minneapolis, MN, 55415 United States (map)

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Saturday, August 1; 1–1:30Pm CT, Open Book lobby

Join us on the first Saturday of each month for a free tour of our studios. Peek behind the scenes at MCBA—two floors of active book arts studios, a type library featuring wood and metal type in multiple languages, and a printing press from the 1800s. History, art, and a little printing magic!

Look for the sign and MCBA staff member in front of MCBA’s gallery in the Open Book lobby.

Suggested ages: 7 and up

Tours are free AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Register IN ADVANCE, Walk-ins are also welcome.

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