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Skip the Line: American Writers Museum Admission Ticket

Skip the Line: American Writers Museum Admission Ticket

Overview

In the heart of downtown Chicago, the American Writers Museum celebrates all genres of writing through interactive exhibits and programming. From Twain to Tupac, there's a story here for everyone. Discover for yourself and visit today! 180 N. Michigan Avenue. Reopens May 14, 2021. Named Illinois' Best Attraction by USA Today and One of the 10 Best New Museums in the World by Fodor's.

City: Chicago

Mon 24 Feb

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Mon 24 Feb

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What's Included

Skip the line ticket

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180 N Michigan Ave, 2nd Floor

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Students qualify for the senior rate, must present a valid student ID upon arrival
The Museum welcomes all visitors and we hope to make our exhibits and programming accessible to all. To that end, the following services are offered: Button activated doors at the building entrance Elevator access to the 2nd floor A large, gender-neutral, family restroom Wide restroom stalls with grab bars
Button activated doors at the building entrance
Elevator access to the 2nd floor
A large, gender-neutral, family restroom
Wide restroom stalls with grab bars
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Face Coverings Required For Unvaccinated Visitors

What To Expect

American Writers Museum

Visitors will explore the great writers’ hometowns and learn about all of the AWM Affiliate homes in Writers Hall. In A Nation of Writers they will learn about and celebrate authors who are emblematic of a unique American Voice, across history, genre, and mediums, from poets to sportswriters . Galleries such as The Mind of a Writer will de-mystify famed writers’ works and methodologies and invite visitor creativity with games and other immersive offerings. The Wintrust Chicago Gallery will delve into the great writers, literary influencers, characters, and groups that shaped the city’s unique literary tradition. Featured in the Meijer Gallery is the temporary exhibit, My America: Immigrant and Refugee Writers Today explores contemporary writing by immigrants through various themes. The Tools of the Trade exhibit in the Roberta Rubin Writer’s Room focuses on the tools used by famous American writers through history, from Frederick Douglass to Helen Keller to Maya Angelou.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (49)

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Sonja L

May 2019

This is one of best displayed museums I have ever explored. If you are interested in American Literature, this museum provides a wealth of information in an interactive display. Parents and teachers should take children over ten to experience this golden opportunity to learn about authors and their writing. There are even interactive displays to test one’s own writing. For an educational experience in Chicago, this museum is affordable and definitely a winner!

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you so much for the kind words! We're absolutely honored to be called a "golden opportunity," and we're really glad to hear that our exhibits made such an impact on you. We hope to see you again soon!

HouseC1015

May 2019

I happened by chance to stumble upon the entrance to the American Writers Museum while on a visit to Chicago. An exhibition featuring Bob Dylan was a further attraction for me as a life long Dylan fan. The museum is interactively structured spelling out the history of American literature alongside the history of America. Highly recommended!

Response from Host

Jul 2019

We're so glad that you stumbled upon us, especially as a Dylan fan! We have all kinds of events and new exhibits coming up that you might like also, if you're ever in Chicago again; you can find out more about them at AmericanWritersMuseum.org. Thanks for taking the time to review!

fabedulle

May 2019

Very interactive and informative, even had a little mini library where one was encouraged to have a seat and just read for a bit. Can definitely recommend!

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you so much for taking the time review! We're happy to hear that you had a good visit, and you're welcome back any time to just hang out and read in our reading room--we love to see it!