The Pen Museum
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Making steel pen nibs in Birmingham during the Victorian era was a major industry with 129 companies employing circa 8,000 workers (mainly women). By visiting the Pen Museum, you will discover a wide range of fascinating objects and details that help tell the story of Birmingham’s pen trade and its important legacy including the link between a prominent pen manufacturer (Josiah Mason) and the establishment of the University of Birmingham. Throughout the Museum there are a range of activities for people of all ages to enjoy including writing with a quill and ink, using typewriters plus an exciting opportunity to make your own nib using the same machinery once operated by women workers in the 19th century.
Want To Treat Yourself?
There is a gift shopWhere Shall I Park?
There is free and pay and display parking availableFeatures
- Indoor
- Disabled Access
- Open All Year
Category
Museums
Suitable For
6-9
10+
Claire’s Tip
Opening Times
Thursday 11am to 4pm Friday 11am to 4pm Saturday 11am to 4pm Sunday 12pm to 4pm
Price Information
- Adult: £8.50
- Child: £4.25
- Senior: £7.50
Additional info:
Family Tickets 1 Adult 3 Children £19 2 Adults 2 Children £23.50
Facilities
•Toilets•Shop
How To Get There
- Unit 3 Argent Centre, 60 Frederick Street, Birmingham, B1 3HS
- 01212369834
- Website
Directions
The museum is located on the west of the city and is situated just north of the A457 on Fredrick St.
