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Written with Love: An Introduction to Calligraphy

Lecture
In Person
February 14, 2026 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET
97 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
$25

Spend your Valentine’s Day creating a gift for yourself or a special someone. This two-hour workshop is perfect for beginners and anyone wanting to explore the timeless art of calligraphy. Esther N, founder of Maker’s Favourite Designs, will teach you the history of calligraphy, basic strokes and techniques, letter formation, and how to bring letters together into beautiful words. Examples of calligraphy from our collections, including love letters, marriage certificates, and more, will also be on display.

Join us on the second floor of American Ancestors at the Brue Family Learning Center and receive hands-on practice with guided instruction, plenty of encouragement, and all the tools you need. By the end, you’ll have a beautiful hand-lettered Valentine’s card or love note. Fall in love with the art of calligraphy!

The ticket price includes all necessary tools needed for the workshop, including:

  • Soft and Hard Tip Fudenosuke Brush Pens
  • Cardstock paper
American Ancestors - 97 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116, USA

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