Institute of Paper and Science Technology

The Institute of Paper and Science Technology was opened in 1929 as a place for science, technology and education. The company still remains a place for education in Atlanta, Georgia. They look towards complex challenges in order to solve issues within the industry by offering new research and strategic development. They have three principles: renewable, sustainable products, and bio-refining. The idea is to be greener when it comes to paper and science technology.

Visitors are able to visit the museum to learn about the history of the institute, as well as history of paper and paper technology. There are more than 2000 books at the museum for research. In addition the museum has 10,000 watermarks, tools, papers, manuscripts, and machines. A prominent collection is the Dard Hunter Collection that has artifacts and books. The books are all about paper and hand papermaking.

Hours of the museum are 9am to 5pm Monday through Friday. As part of a college campus students are able to visit the museum. They can also study at the institute to become part of the new paper and science technology research. Students can be part of changes towards a greener future.