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About
Discover 50 portraits of some of the world's greatest authors, created entirely using a typewriter by artist James Cook. Drop in during normal library opening hours. From William Shakespeare and Jane Austen to Ernest Hemingway and Stephen King, the exhibition celebrates authors from across generations, countries and genres. Look closely and you will discover how thousands of individually typed characters have been layered together to create each portrait. Authors in Type: A Typewriter Art Exhibition
Free Entry • No Booking Required
Colchester Library • October 2026
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Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | /Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Free | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
Colchester is easily accessible via the A12 and A120. Follow signs for Colchester city centre. There is no dedicated parking directly outside the library, but several public car parks are within a short walk.
Public Transport Directions
The nearest railway station is Colchester Town, a short walk from the library. If travelling into the main Colchester (North) station.
