Case bindings are one of the most common forms of hardcover bindings. They have been around since the 1450s. Their popularity is due in large part to the rise of the printing press and the rise of cheaper books through 19th-century mass production.

Case bindings are sturdy and long-lasting. They can be decorated with a multitude of coverings such as cloth, leather and paper. Adding headbands, endpapers, and additional finishing and you have a masterpiece! Create your own case binding with the American Bookbinders Museum on Saturday, May 2nd, at 12pm.

Cost: $45 per person
Date: Saturday May 2nd, 2026
Time: 12:00pm-3:00pm
Instructor: Alexandra Sarette