From Oak Galls to Ink: Make Your Own Medieval Ink

Used as early as the Third century and widely used for writing and drawing in Europe for over a thousand years, this workshop covers the history, uses, and preservation issues of iron gall ink. Using a historic recipe, we will go through the process of making the ink and have a chance to write and draw with it using a real quill. Bring an apron to protect your clothes and an empty glass jar to bring some ink home with you.