The Printing Museum galleries and studios are open BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, Tuesday through Friday, 10am – 4pm.

Hours

Museum Galleries + Store

Sunday – MondayCLOSED
Tuesday – Wednesday10:00am – 5:00pm (By appointment. See group tours or field trips.)
Thursday10:00am – 2:00pm (By appointment. See group tours or field trips.)
2:00pm – 5:00pm (last entry 4:30pm)
Friday – Saturday11:00am – 5:00pm (last entry 4:30pm)

Studios

Sunday – Saturday8:00am – 10:00pm (By appointment or reservation.)

Offices

Monday – Friday10:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday – SundayCLOSED

Pricing

General Admission

Adults (18+): $12
Seniors (60+):$9
Students (K+):$6
Children (≤ Pre-K):Free!
Thursdays:Free!
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Museums for All:Free for individuals receiving food assistance benefits. More

Guided Tours

Adults (18+): $17
Seniors (60+):$14
Students (K+):$14
Children (≤ Pre-K):Free!
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Fridays2pm
Saturdays12pm, 2pm

During your guided tour, you will learn of early forms of printing, may participate in the hands-on printing of a leaf of the Gutenberg Bible pulled from a replica press, print a copy of the Declaration of Independence on a 19th-century Columbian iron handpress, discover the importance of the Linotype machine, and witness advances in printing and self-publishing that came about in the 20th century. Your tour concludes with a visit to our book arts studios, and temporary exhibitions (if offered at that time). General Admission is included in the price of a guided tour. Guided tours last about one hour.

Learn more about the Museum Collections and Upcoming Exhibitions.

Group Tours

Guided tours for groups of 8 or more are also available by appointment. Try a Virtual Tour! For more information, please call 713-522-4652 or email tours@printingmuseum.org.

Our Address:

3121 San Jacinto Street
Houston, Texas 77004
(at the intersection of San Jacinto and Elgin streets).
(713) 522-4652

Parking

Thursday – Saturday:$4
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 The Museum parking lot holds a capacity of approximately 38 cars. Additional free street parking is also available.

 

Public Transportation:

The Printing Museum is accessible by several METRO Bus Lines:

Check the METRO web site for more information and any changes to these routes. This information is for general use only. The Printing Museum endeavors to keep the information as up-to-date and correct as possible. The Museum cannot accept any liability for errors or omissions or for loss or damage arising from accessing or using the content/information provided.

 

Accessibility:

The building and facilities are wheelchair accessible.

 

Photography Policy:

The use of non-flash photography by the general public is permitted in all galleries, unless otherwise indicated. Photographs taken at the The Printing Museum are for personal use only, and are not to be used for commercial purposes. Visitors must receive permission by Museum staff to use tri-pods. Video is not allowed without prior permission.

 

Dining Options:

Several dining options, some within a comfortable walk from the Museum, are available.

 

Holiday Calendar:

The Museum is closed on the following holidays:

  • New Year’s Day
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
  • Easter
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving: Thursday & Friday
  • Christmas Day