About
Oak Knoll Press took over distribution of the titles produced for the Center for Book Arts (CBA) in New York City in 2009. This has led to many interesting discussions at Oak Knoll about the definition of artists' books and press books and their value as collector's items. We hope this special Symposium will open discussion of the various types of fine press books and how they can be defined.

Panelists
Alexander Campos (Executive Director, Center for Book Arts), Duke Collier (private collector), Mark Samuels Lasner (private collector; Library Senior Research Fellow, Special Collections Department, University of Delaware), Timothy Murray (Librarian and Head, Special Collections Department, University of Delaware), Martyn Ould (Printer & Owner, Old School Press), and Jane Siegel (Librarian for Rare Books & Bibliographic Services, Columbia University)

Schedule
1:30-2:45pm: Bob Fleck will introduce the six panelists who will be asked to define artists' books and press books, comment on how they relate or do not relate to each other, and give us personal views on collection in this field.
2:45-3:00pm: Break
3:00-4:00pm: Form groups of panelists and formulate comments on what they heard during the panel discussion. Moderators will help lead the group in discussion.
4:00-4:15pm: Break
4:15-5:00pm: Each group moderator will comment on the group's thoughts followed by additional questions and comments from the workshop participants.

Location
The symposium will be held on the second floor of the Arsenal in Old New Castle and will be followed by a cash bar at the tavern on the first floor.

Registration
You must register by September 15 to participate. The space is limited to 70 people, so it is recommended to register early. Register by mailing, faxing, or emailing the registration form to Laura Williams (laura@oakknoll.com). Click here to download a registration form.