Birmingham Pen Trade Heritage Association

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Immerse yourself in the exciting world of pens and calligraphy and explore our amazing collection of over 5,000 objects.

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To promote and preserve the history and legacy of the steel Pen Trade in Birmingham, for the advancement of the education and benefit of the public. To maintain a museum that displays the skill and craftsmanship of the Pen Makers and their employees and also houses historic artefacts and ephemera related to the art of writing.

To actively engage with, interest and inform as wide a cross-section of the community in the West Midlands as possible as to the social significance of the introduction of the steel pen, including the wider national and international impact of the Birmingham Pen Trade. To provide opportunities, particularly for young people, to develop an interest in written communication and an appreciation of its place in the modern world.

Mission

To promote and preserve the history and legacy of the steel pen trade in Birmingham, for the advancement of the education and benefit of the public, to maintain a museum that showcases the skill and craftsmanship of the pen makers and their employees and also houses historic artefacts and ephemera related to the art of writing.

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Admission:

Adult: £5.00 / Gift Aid: £5.50*

Concession: £4.00 / Gift Aid: £4.40*

Children under 16 go free.

*Gift Aid admission prices include a 10% voluntary donation.

Disabled adult visitors pay standard adult admission but can bring a free carer/personal assistant.

"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.The Museum has 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.Activities subject to availability on day of visit."

Address: The Pen Room The Argent Centre 60 Frederick Street , Birmingham B1 3HS, XWM, GB

Phone: 0121 236 9834

ku.gro.muesumnep@seiriuqne

State: XWM

City: Birmingham

Zip Code: B1 3HS

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It's a great use of an afternoon, the staff are knowledgeable and can answer questions.  You can go round at your own pace.  It's interesting, you get to experience making your own nib following the process with the press equipment used in the past.  It has a nice little gift shop

We visited the Pen Museum today and we loved it! It's a small museum but it has something for everyone. It is especially good if you have an interest in history. There are 3 rooms. The first one has a large collection of pens, pen nibs and other related objects. There are also lots and lots of interesting facts related to the history of pen making. They have a little quiz to complete if you are interested. In the second room you have the opportunity to watch a short video about the history of pens and then you can even have a go at making a pen nib yourself using a variety of machines! The third room has a few typewriters and a small table with some activities for children. You can have a go at calligraphy or typewriting if you want. The volunteers are all very friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming so I hope you enjoy the museum as much as we did!

Worth every penny, small but packed full of interesting displays. the staff are extremely friendly and Larry Hanks demonstration of the original nib making process was fantastic. Would recommend to anyone.Visited onWeekendWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNo

So interesting to learn more about Birmingham's history, and what a massive contribution to pens worldwide! Fabulous seeing the range of nibs and really enjoyed making our own on original machines, courtesy of Larry. Would recommend a visit!Visited onWeekendWait timeNo wait

A truly fascinating, informative museum that recognises the importance that Birmingham played, not only the national, but international stage as a manufacturer of pens. Loved the level of information and interaction including manufacturing our own pen nib. The volunteer team are a true credit to the museum. A must visit in Birmingham.

Who knew that Birmingham supplied pen nibs to over 3/4 of the world at its peak? Well the guys at the pen museum did. Interesting little tour and the guides were knowledgeable and informative about more than just pensVisited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNo

Excellent little Museum with a very knowledgeable guide.  Well worth a visit to learn about how Birmingham was once responsible for 75% of all things written, were by a pen made in Birmingham.

Small but oh so mighty!  like the pen  What a brilliant museum .  I have been to loads of museums and this one is up there with the best  So much to see, lovingly cared for exhibits,  dedicated and engaging staff. I got to make a pen nib !.I got the learn the history of Birmingham and UK pen making and its link to international literacy with a detail and clarity that should be part of  the UK curriculum . You gain a unique insight into the manufacturing history of Birmingham.  I was here for a lot longer than I thought I would be and loved every minute. Congrats to the staff and volunteers on crafting a lovely and welcoming experience . 

Definitely worth going to ro see the history of the nib making and how it developed over the years. Preserving many historical artifactsVisited onWeekend

Very interesting and informative. Not to big so a good way to spend a few hours learning about another part of Birmingham's industrial past. Who new that at one time, three quarters of anything ever written down in the whole world, was written using a Birmingham made pen nib!Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNot sure

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