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Palmyra Print Shop

Historic Site #:09-022   (Exists)   Type: C1,H Town:Palmyra
Site Name:Palmyra Print ShopGPS Coordinates:43.064871, -77.22952
Address:140 Market St., Palmyra, NY
Description:

This museum features examples of some of the finest printing equipment ever made.

In 1856, John M. Jones arrived in Palmyra and changed the face of the printing industry. For 63 years, Jones’ company produced printing presses and cutters for export around the world via the Erie Canal. Displays include Jones’ equipment marketed under the names:

  • Peerless

  • Ben Franklin

  • Global

  • Star

  • Jobber

  • Lightning

(from Historic Palmyra's website)

 
Photo by Bavis 12-31-13
 
Historic narrative:
References:

historic Palmyra Website