Howard Iron Works

@HowardIronWorks

Howard Iron Works restores antique printing machinery and manages a printing museum honouring the legacy of printing's past.

Joined August 2013

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Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jul 7

Join us on Sat, Sep 27, for the PE&F 2025 - demos, workshops & shopping at the market. Workshops play a crucial role at PE&F, offering valuable insights and hands-on experiences. Let's listen to feedback from our past students. #PrintFair #Workshop #PrintingMuseum #Letterpress

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Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jul 3

THE BIG SWITCH - The transition from web letterpress to gravure at National Geographic led to the creation of this ad. Monthly, an impressive 9 million full-colour copies of National Geographic were printed. Can you pinpoint the year this significant change took place?

HowardIronWorks's tweet image. THE BIG SWITCH - The transition from web letterpress to gravure at National Geographic led to the creation of this ad. Monthly, an impressive 9 million full-colour copies of National Geographic were printed. Can you pinpoint the year this significant change took place?

Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · 3 h

Spotlighting our #Cefmor #Proofpress, a fave among youngsters & the young-at-heart. Its simple principle and operation make it a top choice with visitors. Check it out for yourself - join us on Sep 27, 2025, 10 am-4 pm for the Print Expo & Fair 2025. #PrintingMuseum #letterpress

HowardIronWorks's tweet image. Spotlighting our #Cefmor #Proofpress, a fave among youngsters &amp; the young-at-heart. Its simple principle and operation make it a top choice with visitors. Check it out for yourself - join us on Sep 27, 2025, 10 am-4 pm for the Print Expo &amp; Fair 2025. #PrintingMuseum #letterpress

Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jul 23

If the print shop stays open long enough for the son to step in and ride the golden wave of print in the 1970s, 1980s, and early 1990s, his future could be bright. However, the prospects for the next generation seem less optimistic. #woefulwednesday #printisntdead #printingmuseum

HowardIronWorks's tweet image. If the print shop stays open long enough for the son to step in and ride the golden wave of print in the 1970s, 1980s, and early 1990s, his future could be bright. However, the prospects for the next generation seem less optimistic. #woefulwednesday #printisntdead #printingmuseum

Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jul 20

Today, we celebrate the 56th anniversary of the #MoonLanding in 1969. This achievement, reported through #letterpress technology, remains a captivating contrast of innovation & exploration. You can check out the NYT lock-up of its front page when you visit our @HowardIronWorks.

HowardIronWorks's tweet image. Today, we celebrate the 56th anniversary of the #MoonLanding in 1969. This achievement, reported through #letterpress technology, remains a captivating contrast of innovation &amp; exploration. You can check out the NYT lock-up of its front page when you visit our @HowardIronWorks.

Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jul 18

Rustin' away again in Margaritaville... 🍹 #TGIF! Wishing you a fantastic weekend filled with #margaritas and good vibes wherever you are. Cheers to the weekend! 🌴 #printingmuseum #weekendvibe #JimmyBuffett #Krause

HowardIronWorks's tweet image. Rustin' away again in Margaritaville... 🍹
#TGIF! Wishing you a fantastic weekend filled with #margaritas and good vibes wherever you are. Cheers to the weekend! 🌴
#printingmuseum #weekendvibe #JimmyBuffett #Krause

Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jul 17

While modern nameplates serve their purpose today, the vintage ones were meticulously crafted from durable materials to endure the test of time & wear. Their inherent beauty, historical significance, and the personal memories they evoke have made them cherished possessions.

HowardIronWorks's tweet image. While modern nameplates serve their purpose today, the vintage ones were meticulously crafted from durable materials to endure the test of time &amp; wear. Their inherent beauty, historical significance, and the personal memories they evoke have made them cherished possessions.

Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jul 15

A quick video sweep of the Howard Iron Works #PrintingMuseum. We look forward to welcoming you to our museum, where the history of printing comes alive. Make it your #summer2025☀️ #Destination. #bucketlist #OakvilleDestination #printinghistory #Oakville @VisitOakville

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Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jul 11

Flashback to the past winter/spring semester when we hosted students from the TMU/GCM Letterpress Revival class, led by Prof. Art Seto. It was a remarkable opportunity for students to engage in hands-on learning, from design to the printing process for their creations.

Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jul 10

Recently, we welcomed Bob and Jason Dockeray, father and son, and from Winnipeg, John Toet and Audrey. It was a delightful experience reminiscing about decades of memories with long-time friends. In the photo (L-R): John Toet, Jason Dockeray, Nick Howard, and Bob Dockeray.

HowardIronWorks's tweet image. Recently, we welcomed Bob and Jason Dockeray, father and son, and from Winnipeg, John Toet and Audrey. It was a delightful experience reminiscing about decades of memories with long-time friends. In the photo (L-R): John Toet, Jason Dockeray, Nick Howard, and Bob Dockeray.

Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jul 10

Ever wondered what Columbian Eagles do at night in the museum? Well, perhaps not, but here's caught on camera, they gather and watch favourite TV programs, just like us. #PrintingMuseum #MuseumRestoration #NightAtTheMuseum #ColumbianIronPress #IronPress #TorontoRaptors

HowardIronWorks's tweet image. Ever wondered what Columbian Eagles do at night in the museum? Well, perhaps not, but here's caught on camera, they gather and watch favourite TV programs, just like us. #PrintingMuseum #MuseumRestoration #NightAtTheMuseum #ColumbianIronPress #IronPress #TorontoRaptors

Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jul 9

The ghostly remnant of #Toronto's past. The building is a notable example of industrial architecture from the pre-World War I era. Founded in the 1840s, the company was purchased in 1867 by J.T. Rolph and renamed Rolph-Clark-Stone, Limited. #printinghistory

HowardIronWorks's tweet image. The ghostly remnant of #Toronto's past. The building is a notable example of industrial architecture from the pre-World War I era. Founded in the 1840s, the company was purchased in 1867 by J.T. Rolph and renamed Rolph-Clark-Stone, Limited.
#printinghistory

Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jul 8

Honoured to have recently hosted distinguished visitors from @heidelbergerdruck, @HeidelbergNA & #HeidelbergCanada - Dr. Frank Schaum, Frank Kropp, and Claudia Tischler from Germany, Clarence Penge from Heidelberg NA, and Harold Hoff from Heidelberg Canada. #printingmuseum

HowardIronWorks's tweet image. Honoured to have recently hosted distinguished visitors from @heidelbergerdruck, @HeidelbergNA &amp; #HeidelbergCanada - Dr. Frank Schaum, Frank Kropp, and Claudia Tischler from Germany, Clarence Penge from Heidelberg NA, and Harold Hoff from Heidelberg Canada. #printingmuseum

Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jul 4

Happy and safe 249th Birthday to our American friends! Hope to see you at the museum soon. #printingmuseum #printinghistory #woodtype #woodcut #eagle #flag #redwhiteblue #StarsAndStripes

HowardIronWorks's tweet image. Happy and safe 249th Birthday to our American friends! Hope to see you at the museum soon.
#printingmuseum #printinghistory #woodtype #woodcut #eagle #flag #redwhiteblue #StarsAndStripes

Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jul 1

On this Canada Day, we wish the #Avro #Lancaster “Vera” a happy 80th birthday and many more years of service. We’re sharing our memory of flying on the iconic #bomber in the Fall of 2023, and we're happy to report that no bombs were dropped on that day. #CanadaDay #AvroLancaster

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Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jul 1

Happy #Canada Day 2025 from all of us at the @HowardIronWorks! #printingmuseum #printinghistory #canadaday🇨🇦 #CanadaDay2025

HowardIronWorks's tweet image. Happy #Canada Day 2025 from all of us at the @HowardIronWorks!

#printingmuseum #printinghistory #canadaday🇨🇦 #CanadaDay2025

Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jun 22

In 1979, #TheTorontoStar made a pivotal shift in its printing process, transitioning from stereos (lead - shown here) to a new plate type after utilizing Hoe-Crabtree presses. @thetorontostar #printingmuseum #newspaperhistory

HowardIronWorks's tweet image. In 1979, #TheTorontoStar made a pivotal shift in its printing process, transitioning from stereos (lead - shown here) to a new plate type after utilizing Hoe-Crabtree presses.
@thetorontostar #printingmuseum #newspaperhistory

Howard Iron Works@HowardIronWorks · Jun 21

Join us on Saturday, September 27, 10 am to 4 pm for the PE&F 2025. Experience tours, demos, hands-on printing activities, workshops, and explore and shop unique creations from a talented group of artists, printers, and book arts enthusiasts. #printingfair #printexpofair2025

HowardIronWorks's tweet image. Join us on Saturday, September 27, 10 am to 4 pm for the PE&amp;F 2025. Experience tours, demos, hands-on printing activities, workshops, and explore and shop unique creations from a talented group of artists, printers, and book arts enthusiasts. #printingfair #printexpofair2025

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