Hatch Show Print is a
print shop in
Nashville, United States that specializes in printing concert
posters using letter press printing and hand-carved wood pieces.[1][2][3]
External view, 1992-2010 premises
Founded in 1879 by Charles and Herbert Hatch,[4] it is known for its use of vintage
wood type. William Hatch, Charles' son, took over the shop in the 1920s.[4]
Hatch Show Print offers tours to the public and offers educational programs.[5][6]
History
The Hatch brothers, known as CR and HH, founded Hatch Show Print in 1879.[7][6] The first handbill they made was for
Harriet Beecher Stowe’s brother, Rev. Henry Ward Beecher.[7][5]
In the mid 1920s, Charles Hatch's son, Will Hatch took over the business.[8] Will hand carve the lettering that was used.[8]
In 2019, Hatch designed 32 posters for
NFL teams for the NFL draft[11][3] and in the same month celebrated their 140th anniversary.[12][5]
In February 2024, art from Hatch was displayed in an exhibit at The Cape Girardeau Country History Center in
Jackson, Missouri.[13]
In April 2024, Hatch celebrated its 145th anniversary.[6]
References
^Couch, Nena (November 2007). "The American Show Printer: Curtiss Show Print and Hatch Show Print". Theatre Survey. 48 (2): 339–352.
doi:
10.1017/S0040557407000725.
hdl:1811/48458.