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A visit to the Letterform Archive

 

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Recently, I had the opportunity to visit the Letterform Archive, a treasure trove for designers, type nerds, and all who love letters. Nestled in the heart of San Francisco, this unique museum houses a vast collection of typographic artifacts, from ancient manuscripts and cuneiform tablets to modern posters and typefaces.

The Archive is located on Ramaytush Ohlone land in the Dogpatch neighborhood. To find this hidden gem you enter under the glass awning at 2325 Third Street and you ring them on the call box to be buzzed into the building. You then take the elevator to Floor 4R where guests are welcomed by an Archive staff member upon arrival.

 
 

Although I wasn’t able to see their permanent collection (you must make an appointment for that) which holds over 30,000 items related to lettering, typography, and calligraphy, I did get to see their current exhibition on graffiti zines from the 1990’s as well as read a few of their self-published books.

Whether you're a seasoned designer or simply curious about the art of typography, a visit to the Letterform Archive promises to inspire and enlighten.

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