Lowe's Portable Printing Press

Manufacturer: Lowe Printing Press Co., Boston, MA, USA

Y.O.M:

Serial No.:

Size:

Restored: 2021


Description:

Samuel W. Lowe patented his unique press, with a conical cylinder, in 1856. Made to be transportable & affordable, Lowe’s ads claimed their presses were used by soldiers on Civil War battlefields, also by druggists, businessmen, printers & amateurs. “Every man his own printer!” was the slogan.

Join our mailing list

Stay up-to-date with the latest museum news and activities.