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Discover the history of writing and how it has shaped American culture at the American Writers Museum on Michigan Avenue in Chicago. Explore centuries of American literature across every genre, from poetry, lyrics, and speeches to drama, fiction, nonfiction, and journalism. Browse interactive exhibits such as a timeline, videos, and a word waterfall, and even write your own story on a vintage typewriter. Visit on any day within 14 days of your selected date for a flexible schedule.

Visit the American Writers Museum
within 14 days of your selected date
Visit the museum on your selected date or any day up to 14 days afterward. Explore all permanent and special exhibitions freely on a self-guided visit, without a guide.
Follow the story of American literature in the Nation of Writers Gallery

In the Nation of Writers Gallery, follow an interactive timeline and meet writers and works across genres including poetry, lyrics, speeches, drama, fiction, nonfiction, and journalism. Learn about a wide range of writers such as Dickinson, Dr. Seuss, Poe, and Prince.
Engage all five senses at the Surprise Bookshelf, and enjoy videos, dioramas, and the word waterfall.
Peek into writers' minds and type on a vintage typewriter

In the Mind of a Writer gallery, learn about the daily routines and habits writers rely on to finish their work, and the deep understanding of language that brings writing to life. Explore the complexity of language through games, and write a short story or poem on a vintage typewriter.
Explore the Chicago Gallery and the Children's Gallery

Visit the Chicago Gallery, honoring poets, novelists, journalists, and writers inspired by the Windy City. If you are traveling with children, relax in the cozy and interactive reading areas of the Children's Gallery.
※ The museum is open Thursday to Monday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
※ Children aged 12 and under enter free, but a free ticket must be booked.
Meeting point:
American Writers Museum
180 N Michigan Ave 2nd fl, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
How to find it:
Enter the building, pass the security desk, and take the elevator or stairs to the 2nd floor to reach the museum. Show your ticket at the museum's front desk.
180 N Michigan Ave 2nd fl, Chicago, IL 60601, USA