Calligraphy That Inspired a Nation: Learn to Write Like America’s Founders
Tuesday, February 176:00—7:30 PMGrady Room
Thomas Room
During this 90-minute program, patrons will learn about how people wrote during the colonial period; what they wrote with and wrote on. Using a projector, I will share pictures of famous colonists, their desks and writing. Samples will range from Phillis Wheatley to George Washington to John Hancock. Next, all the participants will learn how to set up their own writing desk, paper, nibs and ink. Lettering samples and instructions will be provided so participants can write in cursive with dip nib and ink. The end goal is to create a signature for themselves that is inspired by signatures from colonial times.
Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Public Library.
Free and open to all ages 14+.
Registration is suggested as seating is limited and is available one month prior to the event.
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