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History of Parker Pens. The Story So Far.

Parker Pen Museum

Parker Museum Invite

On Friday the 23rd of January Penbox were delighted to attended the official opening of the all new private Parker Pen Museum at Colet Court, Hammersmith Road, London.  Officially opened by Geoffrey Parker, the great grandson of George Parker, the museum illustrates, “The Parker story so far.”  We also understand that a Parker archive will be housed at the same location and that material previously stored at Newhaven has now been archived at the new London museum.

Geoffrey Parker, who plays an important role in conserving the family’s appetite for innovation and craftsmanship, said, “The opening of the Parker Museum marks a very proud moment for me.  The moments and stories illustrated in the museum really showcase the brand’s great accomplishments and reflect Parker’s strong heritage and values.  My family have been collecting artefacts since the business launched in 1888, and so it is a real joy to share so many so them today, alongside the brand’s archives.”

The new Parker pen museum and brand archive illustrates that Parker are committed to preserving their collections and artefacts for future generations.  On display are key pens, artefacts and collections, that illustrate how the Parker brand has continued to shape the history of fine writing.  Visiting is by arrangement only.