Birmingham Pen Museum

Immerse yourself in the history pf the 19^th century pen trade. Discover the tough working conditions of women working in the pen factories. Experience writing with feather quills, reeds and steel pen nibs.

The Pen Museum focuses on the important legacy of Birmingham’s 19th Century pen trade and its significant contribution to improving literacy throughout the world. It’s located in a former pen factory, built in 1863, where visitors experience writing with feather quills, reeds and steel nibs and can also make their own nib using traditional methods.

The Museum narrates the interesting lives, stories and important expertise of manufacturers, owners and workers that resulted in Birmingham once manufacturing 75% of the world’s pens.  Explore the collection of over 5,000 objects related to the Birmingham Pen Trade.

Our team is also happy to answer (where possible) general questions about pens.

Link to Museum website page for visiting and prices details:

https://penmuseum.org.uk/visit

Regular Calligraphy Workshops and other Events are held at the Pen Museum details are listed on the Museum website.