Reviews of Pen Museum. (Museum) in Birmingham (West Midlands).
Pen Museum
The Argent Centre, 60 Frederick St, Birmingham B1 3HS, United Kingdom
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Information of Pen Museum, Museum in Birmingham (West Midlands)
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Open hours of Pen Museum
Sunday
12–4pm
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
11am–4pm
Saturday
11am–4pm
Reviews of Pen Museum
D.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!
T. M.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.
K. D.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.
M. M.Definitely worth it! You get to make your own pen nib from raw steel plate and can also try a bit of calligraphy. Staffs are really nice and welcoming. I am really surprised that the museum isn't really famous.
R. C.This was a real surprise. It said we needed to book, but we stuck our head through the door and got onto a tour. The museum part was really interesting. I wasn't expecting a tour, but we got one and made our own nib too. Thoroughly interesting place, knowledgeable staff, so nice to visit something original in this world of vanilla commercial plastic. Hugely recommended
A. T. (.My partner & I visited with our two young children (the museum is pushchair friendly).
This is such a friendly museum. The staff are only too willing to share their time and experience with you.
The museum is divided into three rooms.
The first tells you about the history of pen making in Birmingham. There is a quiz for children and you will be amazed at some of the facts and figures.
The second room contains some of the equipment used to make nibs for the pens and you can have a go at making your own which you can take away. There is also a 10 minute video about this local industry.
The final room contains further exhibits and you can try your hand at calligraphy.
Many thanks to the kind and knowledgeable staff.
B. J.Lots to learn, cool experience making a pen nib! Definitely plan to be there for 2 hours or more as the admission is fully guided
M.Absolutely amazing place. I enjoyed the tour so much, the history of pens is well explained and you can even make your own pen! Amazing people work there, offering a great opportunity to experience different pens, typing machines, old calculators and presses. Highly recommend to visit this museum!
A. H.Exceptionally wonderful experience - you will definitely understand a lot about the Victorian pen industries in Birmingham and be touched by the expert volunteers’ sincere and passion guided tour. Probably you will dig out your own fountain pen from your garage and love writing again!!
Worth to go for a relaxing weekend afternoon 👍
K. B.A brilliant Birmingham small museum celebrating the #Birmingham Pen 🖊 trade. In the 19th century at one time 70% of all things that were written down were written down with a Birmingham made pen 🖊 and at this highest point of the Birmingham pen trade there were 129 Birmingham pen makers operating in the City of Birmingham @PenMuseum celebrates the Birmingham pen 🖊 trade and the export of #Birmingham made pens 🖊 around the #British #Empire and the consequent export of literacy, literature and writing from Birmingham Warwickshire the home of the Bard of Avon: the home of the greatest ever writer and poet William Shakespeare 👏 👍 #Writers #Pens #Pen #Trade #Makers #MadeinBham #British Empire #Exports #Cityofathousandtrades #WorkshopoftheWorld #Bham #Birmingham #City
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