Musée de l’Imprimerie et de la Communication Graphique
What is it: The Museum of Printing and Graphic Communication traces the history of printing, typography, and graphic design from the Renaissance to today.
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Good to know before you go
- Focus on printing heritage
- Text-heavy displays
- Historic machines on view
- Slow-paced visit
Insider Tips
- Look closely at type cases and small metal letters
- Compare old posters with modern graphic design
- Note ideas that might inspire your own design work
Perfect for
- Design lovers
- History fans
- Interested in typography
How to get there
Metro: take Metro Line A to Cordeliers and walk a few minutes toward Rue de la Poulaillerie.
Bus: take Bus C3 to Cordeliers and walk a short distance to the museum.
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