Old Time Print Shop

Old Time Print Shop Letterpress printing The result of those demonstrations was a collection of carefully printed note cards and note pads. I am proud to continue the tradition.

When the Old Time Print Shop was established at the Ozark Folk Center State Park in 1981, a goal was set to interpret traditional letterpress printing to the visitors of the park. Artists from the park and community submitted drawings from which "print blocks" called cuts were produced. These illustrations were paired with hand set type acquired from print shops, newspapers and individuals. The ty

pe had been used in the shops, but was becoming obsolete as composition transitioned to computerized. We continue to use these wonderful antique typefaces and original cuts to print the cards and pads offered at the OTPS. Because of their age, you will notice slight imperfections in some of the print. We demonstrate the process of make-ready, which was historically used to equalize the impression, and minimize these faults. Many interpreters, volunteers and apprentices over the years have contributed to preserving the craft of letterpress printing and producing this unique product at the OTPS.

03/21/2026

Join us for a Folk-Friendly Spring Break in the Ozark Folk Center Craft Village, March 23–27! 🌸🎶
✨ Garden tours
✨ Live craft demos
✨ Music, dance & magic shows
✨ Hands-on heritage fun

Admission is FREE.

👉 Plan your visit + see the full schedule:
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Make a getaway of it—stay just down the hill at the Cabins at Dry Creek 🏡
👉 Book your stay:
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Come wander, listen, learn, and make a little springtime magic with us next week at the Ozark Folk Center in Mountain View, March 23-27. 🌼

03/21/2026

Tickets will be available March 25, 2026. This concert is a fundraising concert for Ozark Roots Music and Art as well as Music Roots. Both of these organizations provide youth with opportunities to learn traditional old-time and bluegrass music. Hannah Harper Live at the Ozark Highlands Theater

03/13/2026

The Mountain View Spring Bluegrass Festival is back! Hear toe-tapping tunes from some of the finest bluegrass acts in the country and enjoy the company of fellow bluegrass fans at Ozark Folk Center State Park. Get your tickets now at MountainViewBluegrass.com.

03/13/2026
02/13/2026

The program, currently in its fifth year, funds teams of mentor artists and apprentices committed to sustaining their artistic traditions and cultural heritage.

02/10/2026

Want to learn how information was created and shared for 500 years before the internet? Letterpress printing is now practiced as an artform. My classes at the Ozark Folk Center State Park will show you how to get started. Click here to explore this and other artisan classes offered for 2026.

Discover upcoming events from Ozark Folk Center State Park and buy tickets online! Powered by TicketLeap

01/20/2026

Treat your sweetheart to a unique get-away in the beauty of the Ozarks. Starting Thursday, February 12, take the two day Make a Stained Glass Swedish Heart Class. Taught by Dona Sawyer. In this class you'll make an 8” stained glass Swedish Heart in your choice of colors. Book your stay in our Cabins at Dry Creek by calling 870-269-3871 to get your discount for students staying three or more nights. After your class on Valentines Day you can explore the trails in the nearby Ozark National Forest or enjoy the quaint shopping in downtown Mountain View. Read more about the class here https://www.ticketleap.events/events/ozarkfolkcenter

01/05/2026

Thanks to all the folks that came from near and far to start their New Year with us at the Ozark Folk Center!

This crew hiked the Whitewater Creek Trail from the historic stone amphitheater in Mountain View to our Visitor Center and toured the Craft Village & Heritage Herb Garden - They even did a lil' square dancing on stage at Ozark Highlands Theater!

It was a wonderful way to start the year. And we couldn't have asked for a better group to share it with! Happy New Year!

12/22/2025

Give the gift of making this Christmas. Ozark Folk Center Craft Classes teach arts from soap making to blacksmithing in small, hands-on classes. Check them out at OzarkFolkCenter.TicketLeap.com
Pictured - Tinsmith Robert Stone teaches how to make a Civil War era mess kit.

11/28/2025

We'll have more than 43 Crafters, Artisans, Farmers & Bakers at the Ozark Folk Center State Park set up for the Ozark Holidays Craft Show tomorrow, November 29, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Parking is next to the Visitor Center or in front of the Gift Shop.
Admission is Free!

Address

1032 Park Avenue
Mountain View, AR
72560

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

(870) 269-3851

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