Current Exhibition Paper First, a year-long exhibition presented in the historic Homestead at Rittenhouse Town in Philadelphia, home of the nation’s first paper mill.

This exhibition celebrates paper as a material of possibility at the site where American papermaking began.

June 2026 and remain on view for one year, through June 2027. To view the Paper First gallery >>>>>>>>>

The Guild of Book Workers promotes interest in and awareness of the tradition of the book and paper arts by maintaining high standards of workmanship, hosting educational opportunities, and sponsoring exhibits.  The Delaware Valley Chapter–one of eleven chapters in the US–is located in the Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware tri-state area with activities centered in Philadelphia.  Our diverse membership includes book artists, book conservators, fine binders, calligraphers, librarians, paper marblers, teachers, photographers, printmakers, and graphic designers.  The Delaware Valley Chapter offers a newsletter, workshops in person and online, lectures, exhibition opportunities, tours, and social events. Membership is open to all interested persons and includes professionals, amateurs, and students.