Gutenberg Museum
The Gutenberg Museum is one of the oldest museums of printing in the world, located opposite the cathedral in the old town of Mainz, Germany. Established by the citizens of Mainz in 1900 to mark the 500th anniversary of Johannes Gutenberg's birth, the museum bears his name as a tribute to the “inventor of printing.”
At the Gutenberg Museum, which showcases the art of printing, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the movable-type printing press invented by Johannes Gutenberg in Mainz. The museum primarily introduces the life and great achievements of this inventor. Its exhibits include various printing devices and samples of printed materials from different cultures. In this treasure trove of printing art, visitors can explore the development of writing and printing through sections dedicated to printing technology, bookbinding art, occasional prints and bookmarks, engravings and posters, paper, and the history of writing. The museum’s highlight is the famous Gutenberg Bible, one of the most beautifully printed books in the world and an item of great historical significance.
Gutenberg Museum
Why Visit: One of the oldest museums of printing in the world
Continent: Europe【Europe】
Country/Region: Germany[Germany]
Province/State: Rhineland-Palatinate [Rhineland-Palatinate]
City: Mainz [Mainz]
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