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Hand Lettering - Vintage Map Typography
Tue, Aug 11
|Midsummer Books
Maps don't just show us where to go—they tell stories.
Time & Location
Aug 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
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About the event
Cartographers use lettering to guide explorers through mountains, forests, oceans, and hidden treasures. Students will study the typography of vintage maps, adventure novels, and explorer journals before creating their own beautifully labeled cartographic masterpiece.
Featured Project
Explorer's Treasure Map
Students design and letter an original map complete with landmarks, destinations, compass roses, and decorative labels.
Skills Explored
Serif lettering
Tickets
Hand Lettering
Ages: Best for ages 9+ This is a creative exploration class - no experience necessary
$15.00
+$0.38 ticket service fee
Total
$0.00
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