First Printing Press in the Americas
was Established in Mexico
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The House of the First Printing Press in the Americas, also known as Casa de la Primer Imprenta de América, in Mexico City, Mexico, was the first printing press established in the Americas. Its grand cultural and historical importance is an unknown jewel to many. In 1539, after receiving permission from Charles the V King of Spain, the Archbishop of Mexico City, Juan Zumárraga, successfully brought the printing press from Europe to Mexico, thus establishing the first printing press of the Americas. The press was installed in the house of the Spanish publisher Juan Cromberger, who left the Italian printer, Juan Pablos, in charge. They soon began printing church and government related documents. Throughout the centuries, many people have taken hold of the House of the First Printing Press in the Americas. In the 17th century, the Monastery of Santa Teresa de la Orden de las Carmelas Reformadas were in charge of it. In the 18th century it belonged to the Royal Military Order of Nuestra Señora de la Merced Redención de Cautivos de la Ciudad de México. In 1847, U.S. troops occupied the house, destroying the archives that were within. In 1989, the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (UAM) bought the house. During its restoration an Aztec serpent head stone was discovered, providing more history than was originally imagined. The house is currently a museum and has a diversity of artistic and cultural events throughout the year. It is open 7 days a week from 10am-5pm. Located at Lic. Primo Verdad no.10, Centro Histórico, 06010 Cuauhtémoc, CDMX, Mexico. |
Aztec serpent head stone
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Gerald A. Padilla
2/19/2017
2/19/2017
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