Explore the art, science, and legacy of print.
An immersive journey through centuries of printing innovation featuring over 100 printing machines and over 200 historical artifacts.
Welcome to Demers, Gutenberg, Franklin Museum, where history feels close enough to touch. Here, history is not silent, it vibrates, smells of ink, and moves. This is a place for curious minds, lifelong learners, families, students, and anyone who has ever wondered how words traveled before screens, keyboards, and instant messages.
Here, visitors can explore the remarkable story of printing and the people who helped change the way the world shared ideas. From Gutenberg’s groundbreaking movable type to Benjamin Franklin’s legacy as a printer, thinker, and communicator, the museum brings together history, craftsmanship, and discovery in a way that feels personal and engaging.
Every printed page has a story, and every press reminds us that ideas can shape generations. Demers, Gutenberg, Franklin Museum invites you to slow down, look closer, and experience the beauty, skill, and importance of the printed word.
Our Purpose
Demers, Gutenberg, Franklin Museum exists to preserve the story of printing and share its lasting impact with today’s visitors. The museum is built around the belief that the printed word is one of the most important tools in human history, helping ideas travel farther, last longer, and reach more people.
Our purpose is to connect visitors with the people, inventions, and craftsmanship that shaped communication across generations. Through the legacy of Gutenberg, Benjamin Franklin, and the historic art of printing, the museum offers a meaningful look at how ink, type, paper, and presses helped change the world.
We seek to create an experience that is educational, memorable, and inspiring. Whether guests are discovering print history for the first time or deepening a lifelong interest, the museum encourages curiosity and appreciation for the remarkable work behind every printed page.
At its heart, Demers, Gutenberg, Franklin Museum honors the connection between knowledge and freedom. By preserving the history of print, we help visitors understand how ideas were shared, protected, challenged, and passed forward through time.
Our Commitment
At Demers, Gutenberg, Franklin Museum, our commitment is to honor the history of printing with care, accuracy, and respect. We are dedicated to presenting the story of print in a way that is accessible, engaging, and meaningful for visitors of all ages.
We are committed to helping guests understand the influence of Gutenberg’s innovation, Benjamin Franklin’s print legacy, and the broader role of printing in shaping education, culture, faith, government, and public life. Every element of the museum experience is designed to bring this history into clearer focus.
Our goal is to create a welcoming environment where visitors can explore, ask questions, and connect with the past. Through thoughtful exhibits and educational storytelling, we aim to make the history of printing feel alive, relevant, and inspiring.
We believe the printed word still matters. Our commitment is to preserve its story, celebrate its craftsmanship, and help future generations understand how printing helped carry ideas across centuries.
Why Visit
Demers, Gutenberg, Franklin Museum
📜 Experience a unique museum dedicated to the history, craft, and influence of the printed word.
🖋️ Discover the legacy of Gutenberg, Benjamin Franklin, and the early printing traditions that helped shape communication.
🏛️ Explore a meaningful destination for families, students, educators, history lovers, and curious visitors.
🔠 Connect with the tools, ideas, and craftsmanship behind movable type, letterpress history, and printed knowledge.
💡 Gain a deeper appreciation for how printing helped spread education, culture, faith, freedom, and innovation.
📚 Enjoy a thoughtful museum experience designed to inspire learning, reflection, and conversation.