American Writers Museum Admission Ticket

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About this activity

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!

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

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At a glance

Duration: 1–5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 50 people
People per booking: 1–30
Operated by: American Writers Museum

Ages: Children (0–12 years) · Adults (13–64 years) · Seniors (65–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Free bookmark gift
Included: Complimentary guided tours at 3pm daily when the museum is open

Not included

Not included: Parking is not included

Itinerary

American Writers Museum

Admission included

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

American Writers Museum 180 N Michigan Ave, 2nd Floor, 60601, Chicago, United States See on map

End point

American Writers Museum 180 N Michigan Ave, 2nd Floor, 60601, Chicago, United States See on map

Using your ticket

Please note that tickets do not expire.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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Good to know

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 are good for a year from original date