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Museo della Stampa Città di Lecce

Zona Morello Ⅰ Str., 2, 73023 Merine LE, Italy
📞 +39 335 763 5603

The Museo della Stampa Città di Lecce is a must-see for anyone visiting the beautiful city of Lecce in southern Italy. Located in the heart of the city, the museum is dedicated to the history and culture of printing in the region.

The museum houses a collection of over 7,000 pieces of printing equipment, from the 16th century to the present day. Visitors can explore the history of printing in Lecce, from the early days of movable type to the modern printing presses of today. The museum also features a number of special exhibitions and events throughout the year, as well as a library and a research center.

The main attraction at the Museo della Stampa Città di Lecce is the impressive collection of printing presses. Visitors can see a variety of presses from different eras, including a Gutenberg press from the 16th century and a modern Heidelberg press from the 20th century. There are also a number of rare and unique presses on display, including a hand-operated press from the 17th century and a steam-powered press from the 19th century.

The museum also features a number of special exhibitions and events. One of the most popular is the annual International Print Biennale, which showcases the work of contemporary printmakers from around the world. The museum also hosts lectures, workshops, and other events related to printing and bookbinding.

In addition to its impressive collection of printing presses, the Museo della Stampa Città di Lecce also features a number of artworks related to printing. These include works by renowned Italian printmakers such as Giorgio Morandi and Lucio Fontana.

The Museo della Stampa Città di Lecce is a must-see for anyone interested in the history and culture of printing. With its impressive collection of printing presses, artworks, and special exhibitions, the museum offers something for everyone. Whether you’re a history buff, an art lover, or just looking for something unique to do in Lecce, the Museo della Stampa Città di Lecce is sure to be an unforgettable experience.

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(Translated by Google) This museum is stu-pen-do, full of history and beauty that catches the eye wherever it falls. I highly recommend it! (Original) Questo museo è stu-pen-do, denso di storia e bellezza che cattura lo sguardo ovunque cada. Lo raccomando vivamente!

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(Translated by Google) Interesting as well as educational place. Who directs it is a fantastic and helpful person. I recommend it to school groups (Original) Posto interessante oltre che educativo . Chi lo dirige é una persona fantastica e disponibile. Lo consiglio alle scolaresche

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(Translated by Google) Fantastic well done, the very friendly guides were very informative. (Original) Fantastico ben fatto , é stato molto istruttivo le guide molto cordiali.