March 28 | 6–8pm | 207 Water Street | Free
Stop by a cozy, creative evening at Bowne & Co. filled with live music, hands-on making, and warm community vibes. Singer-songwriter Blair Lamb and a few fellow musicians will set the soundtrack for the night while Bowne’s expert designers guide you through printing on historical presses from the Museum’s working graphic arts collection.
In between songs, dive into collage-making with materials provided by the Seaport Museum—or bring your favorite craft along for the fun. Knitting, crochet, embroidery, sketching, and more are all welcome, making this a relaxed evening to create, connect, and be inspired.
Preregistration is encouraged. Walkups will be accommodated as possible. Anyone ages 12 and up is welcome. All participants get to take home the items they print. Can’t stay the full two hours? No problem! You’re welcome to come and go at any time between 6pm and 8pm, but you might miss out on something special. Access to this event includes walking up and down a few stairs.
About Bowne & Co.
Established by Robert Bowne in 1775, Bowne & Co. holds the distinction of being New York’s oldest operating business under the same name. After growing as a financial printer throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, Bowne & Co. Inc. partnered with the Seaport Museum in 1975 to open a 19th century-style print shop at 211 Water Street in the South Street Seaport Historic District. Today, it is comprised of the Bowne & Co. Printing Office—a workspace that continues the age-old tradition of job (or small batch) printing using historic presses from South Street Seaport Museum’s working collection—and Bowne & Co. Stationers, a 19th century-style emporium selling gifts and fine goods.
Enjoy More That the Museum Offers
Access to the historic ships and exhibitions on view is not included with your ticket to this event. If you would like to explore more that the Museum has to offer, book in advance or ask Museum staff about General Admission tickets when you check in.
General Admission is available Friday through Sunday, from 11am to 5pm and brings you aboard the 1885 tall ship Wavertree and 1908 lightship Ambrose at Pier 16, and into all current exhibitions on view in the first-floor Schermerhorn Row galleries at 12 Fulton Street. Your ticket also sets you on course to explore Maritime City, the Seaport Museum’s immersive, three-floor exhibition at A.A. Thomson & Co., located at 213 Water Street.
Ready for more?
Head over to our Programs and Events page to see what else is happening at the Museum. Sign up for an upcoming talk, learn more about visiting Wavertree, or explore our virtual offerings.