Welcome to my exhibit on David Ruggles’ printing press. This exhibit begins with an explanation of why Ruggles’ press and publishings were needed in 1830’s New York and the impact that his press left on the world. It then moves to a brief introduction about Ruggles; in order to have a complete understanding of the importance of David Ruggles’ printing press, it is necessary to have an understanding of his tireless abolitionist work. He dedicated his life to freeing fugitive slaves and protesting slavery and segregation. The exhibit will then move on to a discussion of the physical iron press and the pamphlets Ruggles printed using his press. I hope you enjoy!