Learn the art of traditional papermaking—filtering paper fibers, molding your sheet, and pressing it into shape. After that, step inside our historic Print Shop for a guided tour, hear fascinating stories about the evolution of printing from a PhD historian, and print your own postcard on one of our antique printing presses.
Designed for homeschool students ages 10-18!
Come dive into the past with our brand‑new immersive workshop, created especially for older students eager to roll up their sleeves and get hands-on with history.
In the first hour, you’ll learn the art of traditional papermaking—filtering paper fibers, molding your sheet, and pressing it into shape. After that, step inside our historic Print Shop for a guided tour, hear fascinating stories about the evolution of printing from a PhD historian, and print your own postcard on one of our antique printing presses.
What you’ll make:
- Two sheets of handmade paper to take home—one embedded with flower seeds to plant later if you choose
- A hand‑printed postcard created on our authentic antique presses
⏳ Registration closes April 29, 2027 at 4pm or when all tickets are sold.
Shopping: At the end of our program, you are welcome to stop by our General Store. The store features nostalgic and reproduction items, historical toys and games, books, candy, and many other unique gift items. The General Store accepts cash and all major credit cards. Proceeds from sales in the General Store help support Cracker Country’s education programs.
Questions? Please email us at [email protected].
Shopping: At the end of our program, you are welcome to stop by our General Store. The store features nostalgic and reproduction items, historical toys and games, books, candy, and many other unique gift items. The General Store accepts cash and all major credit cards. Proceeds from sales in the General Store help support Cracker Country’s education programs.
Questions? Please email us at [email protected].
What to wear? Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting messy.
Where to Enter Enter the Florida State Fairgrounds using the Orient Rd Service Entrance.
Cost $20 per student; Ages 10-18
Classes are for students only, 1 Guardian (18+) is free and required to remain on property. Please note that this workshop is the only program being offered on this date, and the museum will not be open for general exploration. Advanced ticket purchase online required. Limited tickets are available. All ticket sales are final.
Parking: Free parking – enter Orient Rd only: Directions to Florida State Fairgrounds
