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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. Named Illinois' Best Attraction by USA Today and One of the 10 Best New Museums in the World by Fodor's.

Flexible Date Entry

City: Chicago

Sat 21 Jun

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Starting at $16.00

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Sat 21 Jun

Starting at $16.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Free bookmark gift

Complimentary specialized tours at 3pm daily when the museum is open

Skip the line ticket

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180 N Michigan Ave, 2nd Floor

Please note that tickets do not expire.

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
Please note that tickets do not expire

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 (66)

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F3847GNalans

Dec 2023

The most underrated museum I've visited. Most locals I've spoken to haven't heard of it, and I went there not expecting much and to be in and out in an hour. I spent three hours there as it was just so well set-up and was incredibly interesting with exhibits on modern writing, older writing, poetry, novels, and speeches. Strong representation of Black American writing too which was something I had little prior knowledge on, and this was a real highlight. Even had old school typewriters for people to practice on and type up letters. Really well worth visiting.

tandiaremmenga

Sep 2023

Not a very big museum, but very much worth the time and visit. If you love reading and history make this a stop on your Chicago trip! Unique presentation and interactive design make this spot a must see!

Odyssey23768266604

Sep 2023

Beautiful, thoughtful museum curated to inspire and educate. Small footprint, but hours of thoughtful information and reflection. Worth a visit.