Housed in a former Victorian pen factory from 1863, this unique museum celebrates Birmingham's heritage as the world centre for steel pen nib production. At its peak, the city produced 75% of the world's pen nibs. Visitors can try writing with feather quills, reeds, and steel pens.
Adults £8.50, concessions £7.50, students £6.50, children £4.25
Saturday afternoons for demonstrations. Book ahead for school holidays.
faq.subtitle The Pen Museum
Yes! You can make your own nib using traditional machinery and try your hand at writing with various pen types.
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