Have you ever looked at a book in the library and wondered how it was made? Bookbinding, the art of making books, has a long and rich history in the United States. In fact, people began making books in America before America was even a country!

Bookbinders have used paste paper to create beautiful book covers for hundreds of years. They combine glue and pigments to make a thick paint and then use tools, stamps or even their fingers to create beautiful designs. This approach allows for maximum creativity… and it’s a lot of fun, too!

In this family-friendly workshop, you will create paste paper-inspired book covers and use them to bind your very own book! You’ll also learn more about the history of bookbinding in America. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Dress to get messy! Workshop will be at the Pennington United Methodist Church, 60 S. Main St., Pennington, NJ. Registration required at the following link: Bookbinding

Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Pennington Library and the Hopewell Valley Arts Council.