There you'll find most everything you need for working with books, paper, and related crafts. Participants are welcome to bring items for sale on consignment. The airport shuttle from Ashville, NC, will be extra, and arrangements will be made after registration acceptance in the spring. Housing is in bunk-style cabins with plenty of storage space and showers. The food at Penland is well-known for its high quality.
Campsites are available though the tuition remains the same.
In general, it is assumed that applicants will have special interest and experience in bookbinding, conservation, papermaking, printing, or associated areas. However, PBI welcomes applications from all interested individuals. The enrollment period extends from January 15th through March 30th. Detailed travel information will be forwarded to accepted applicants in the spring. Every effort is made to give participants reservations in their preferred classes.