Type High Day

Join the Text & conText Lab to celebrate Type High Day by getting hands-on with letterpress printing and creative discovery. Observed each year on September 18 (9/18), Type High Day recognizes the "type high" standard that makes letterpress printing consistent across presses: Every piece of metal and wood type is exactly .918 inches tall. Explore the centuries-old craft of letterpress through fun, interactive activities: Print your own Pitt-centric keepsake on a 19th-century press.Are you a printer's devil, an apprentice, or a journeyman? Find out with a timed typesetting challenge.Compare and vote for your favorite typefaces for a chance to win gift cards Discover the tools and techniques behind the page. Whether you're interested in graphic design, books, or history, or just want to try something new, you'll leave with a deeper appreciation for the craft behind the printed word. Activities are ongoing throughout the day, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Drop in as your schedule permits!