Your Place to Connect! Learn more about your favorite writers and discover new ones at the American Writers Museum, the only museum of its kind in the nation. Take an interactive, inspirational, and surprising journey through more than 400 years of American writing of all genres. Featuring fun and interactive exhibits for readers and writers of all ages, such as vintage typewriters, a Word Waterfall, word games and a Surprise Bookshelf that includes sounds, smells, videos and dioramas.
Experience this gem of a museum, located in the heart of downtown Chicago! Special exhibits included with general admission.
Hours: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursday – Monday. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Admission: $14 – Adults, $9 – Seniors (65+), $9 – Students & Teachers (w/ valid ID), Children (ages 12 & younger) and Members Free.
Special offer: $5 off museum admission
Discount
Seniors (65+), students and seniors (with valid ID) always receive $5 off admission to the American Writers Museum. Regular rate $14. Special exhibits included. Children ages 12 and under are free.
Special offer: Discounted Group Admission
Groups
Experience the American Writers Museum with groups of 10 or more, including adults, student travel groups, and university students, and receive discounted admission. Adults $10/person, Seniors & Students $7/person. Guided or unguided tours available.
Special offer: Discounted Group Admission
Groups
Experience the American Writers Museum with groups of 10 or more, including adults, student travel groups, and university students, and receive discounted admission. Adults $12/person, Seniors & Students $8/person. Guided or unguided tours available.
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CDC Recommended Cleaning Procedures
Hand Wash/Sanitizer Stations
Reduced Occupancy/Occupancy Limits
Wheelchair Accessible
Student Tours
Motorcoach ParkingOff-site
Average Visit/Tour Length30-60 minutes
Team Building Activities Offered
Maximum Group Number50
Group Discounts Available
Minimum Size for Group Admission Rate10
Miles from O'Hare Airport17.5
Miles from Midway Airport12.8
Miles from Navy Pier1.2
Miles from McCormick Place2.6
Miles from Downtown0.6
Visa
MasterCard
Discover
American Express
Student Group Friendly
Special Interest Tours Offered
Public Space Wi-Fi Available
ADA Compliant
Self-Parking AvailableOff-site
Number of Retail Stores
Hours of OperationThursdays through Mondays from 10 am to 5 pm, closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Family-friendly
Military Discount
Buy-out Max Capacity250
Preferred Catering Providers
Total Square Footage of Exhibit Space11000
Number of Meeting Rooms5
Largest Room, Theater Capacity100
Largest Room, Reception Capacity (Standing)150
Largest Room, Banquet Capacity (Seated)60
Exhibit Space Available
On-site Audio/Visual Equipment
In-house/Exclusive Caterer(s)
Complete Buy-out Available
Max Capacity, Theater Style90
Max Capacity, Reception Style (Standing)250
Max Capacity, Banquet Style (Seated)60
Video Conferencing Available
Max Venue Capacity250
Private Meeting Space Available
Private Dining Available
Group Menu
Group Breakfast Available
Box Lunches Available
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