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Close-up of a Royal typewriter displayed alongside a book titled 'The Martian Chronicles' by Ray Bradbury and a photograph of a man in a bow tie.
A row of four ticket stubs, two in gold and two in silver, labeled 'my return ticket' with the words 'ADMIT ONE' clearly visible.
VERDICT: WE GAVE 3 OUT OF 5 TICKETS AND HERE’S WHY!
The Typewriter – An Innovation in Writing (museum display)

I cannot tell you my excitement when I saw this display from a distance on the concourse. . .

This guide forms part of our complete USA Travel Guide, featuring scenic road trips, iconic destinations, practical travel advice and honest first-hand travel experiences from across the United States.

This article is part of our 6-Day San Francisco Road Trip: Ultimate Guide. Over six days, we explored San Francisco’s unmistakable landmarks, waterfront attractions and fascinating neighbourhoods before taking day trips to Alcatraz, Muir Woods, Napa Valley and Carmel-by-the-Sea. From crossing the Golden Gate Bridge and exploring Pier 39 to walking through ancient redwoods and discovering California wine country, this series brings together our complete itinerary, personal experiences and practical visitor advice. Read the complete six-day guide here.

If you love typewriters, you arrived at the right airport!

I have a love for typewriters that goes WAY back to when I was a little girl. My Nana Collins taught me to type on her electric typewriter with my little 4 year old fingers… no one could type xyzzy as quick as me 😉

My grandfather Britton left me his old manual typewriter that I loved pounding away on to do reports for school etc. . . Yes, I’m that old – -pre-computer…

Ughhhh I remember having black fingers from the carbon paper you had to use no matter how careful I was – no photocopiers/printers at home in those days!

A vintage Imperial typewriter displayed alongside a Beatles album cover, showcasing its classic design and nostalgic appeal.
John Lennon’s typewriter 
A display featuring Ernest Hemingway's typewriter, alongside a black and white photo of him writing, and a colorful graphic about Hemingway.
Ernest Hemingway’s typewriter
A close-up of a vintage Royal typewriter displayed in an open case, showcasing its brass details and keys.
love the brass details on this model – – seriously swooning here 
Vintage typewriter displayed in a museum, featuring the words 'The Chicago' on its front and a classic arrangement of keys.
This. Is. Just. Cool. 
Three vintage typewriters displayed in a museum, showcasing their unique designs and features.
Just like the one of my Nana’s I learned on – even had that typing course you see in the top right corner!

 

Display of an Underwood typewriter alongside a wooden case labeled 'Orson Welles, Hotel de la Tremouille, Paris, France', a black and white photograph, and a yellowed script page with handwritten notes and edits.
They came in RED?!  Orson Welles’ typewriter
A vintage Corona Junior typewriter displayed next to a book titled 'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' by Tennessee Williams and a black-and-white photo of a man using a typewriter.
Tennessee Williams unit that he used to write Cat on a Hot Tin Roof 

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