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Second State Press

A nonprofit printmaking studio in Philadelphia that teaches hand printing methods, from stone lithography to screen printing, and lets artist members rent studio time. It also holds exhibitions and Second Thursday events.

  • Newcomers welcome

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What they do

Take an intro or beginner printmaking class, become an artist member and use the studio, or come to the exhibitions and Second Thursday events.

Who it is for

Who can join
Open to anyone

When and where

The studio is open Wednesday to Friday 12 to 8 pm and Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 6 pm, and is closed Monday and Tuesday. Classes are posted as dated listings, and the studio also holds Second Thursday events and exhibitions.

Days
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Times
Daytime, Evening
Season
Fall

Studio, Crane Arts Building

Address
1400 North American St, Suite B103
Part of the city
Lower North

Your first visit

Feeling unsure the first time is normal. Most groups are glad when someone new walks in.

First step: Register for an intro class from the printmaking classes page, such as Intro to Riso Printing (listed for Oct 11, 2026)..

Check with the group before you show up. You need to sign up first.

What to expect

Intro classes are short, usually a single session of about 2.5 to 5 hours, and teach the basics of one method such as riso, screen printing, lino or letterpress. The class list does not show prices, so check each class page before you sign up. The studio is in the Crane Arts Building, and the site gives no parking or transit details.

Tips for your first visit

  • Riso printing on your own needs an Intro to Riso class or relevant riso experience, so take that class first.
  • The studio is self-guided and members are expected to know their own process, so an intro class helps before you rent studio time alone.
  • Several earlier listings are marked sold out, so check the class page for open spots before you travel.
  • Parking and transit are not on the site, so check directions to the Crane Arts Building before you go.

Newcomer welcome

Welcoming to newcomers (4 out of 5). Why we say this: Many classes are tagged beginner-friendly or labeled intro, and each class has its own page with a link to sign up..

Cost and commitment

Cost
Cost not known yet. Each class has its own price, which the class list does not show. Artist membership is $50 a year and is needed for studio access, and a Supporter membership is $100 a year.

Access and languages

Wheelchair access
We do not know yet. Ask the group before you go.
Languages spoken
We do not know yet which languages are spoken.

Requirements

We found no special requirements. Ask the group if you are not sure.

How to reach them

We copy contact details as the group or a public source published them. Each one shows where it came from.

Sources and last check

Checked by our research team on October 8, 2026. This was a closer look, including what a first visit is like.

Last seen active
October 2026 (See the evidence)
Last checked by our team
October 8, 2026
Status
Active
Our confidence in this listing
High

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