Olde Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum


The Olde Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum is a historical attraction located in Homosassa, Florida. Its tours enlighten visitors to the original world of printing and art production at the turn of the last century and into recent years.

The museum opens from Tuesday to Saturday, from 10am until 3pm, except major holidays. It has a delightful cafe with snacks and drinks, sited right in the renovated mill house building.

The museum has varied educational programs and tours open to the general public, but they have to be pre-booked as staff availability is limited. The museum tours introduce the earliest form of 19th century printing, using the letterpress applications.

The museum has varied exhibitions and permanent displays, which are explained by interactive explanations on each case. Top exhibitions include 2 Pearl presses, one price, a ten by fifteen Chandler press, a boy's Kelsey press, a small Baltimore press and a foundry type hand, lead set for using linotype. The gallery showcases nuimerous photos and print proofs produced during the house's printing hay days.

The Olde Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum is a fine attraction that enables visitors to learn more about the pioneering days in the area. They are always looking for donations to their collection and visitors willing to share their printing experiences with others.

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