Skip the Line: American Writers Museum Admission Ticket

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

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.

• 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

• Admission + Poe Tour
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  Nevermore: The Poe Tour - 3pm: Optional. Discover the man behind the myths, from talking ravens to tell-tale hearts.
• Admission +Optional Pride Tour
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  Writing Queer Tour - 3pm Start: Optional.Explore the challenges and triumphs of LGBTQIA+ writers whose sexuality and gender identities surface in their work.
• AWM Admission
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• Museum Admission
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• Admission + Black History Tour
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  3pm Frederick Douglass Tour : Optional. Consider the influence of this powerful social justice leader on people like Abraham Lincoln and Maya Angelou.
• Admission +Hispanic Month Tour
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  Melted in the Pot Tour - 2pm: Optional. During Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the incredible writing and achievements of Hispanic writers.
• Admission + Highlights Tour
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  General Tour - 11am, 1pm, 3pm: Optional. This experience orients you to the museum’s many interactive exhibits so you can maximize your visit on your own.
• Admission + Holiday Tour
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  'Twas the Night Before Tour: Optional. Immerse yourself in the timeless tales and cherished traditions that have shaped our holiday celebrations.
• Admission + Chicago Tour
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  Made in Chicago Tour - 3pm: Optional. Get to know writers who lived and wrote in Chicago!

• Free bookmark gift
• Complimentary specialized tours at 3pm daily when the museum is open
• Skip the line ticket

• Parking is not included

Please note that tickets do not expire.

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by American Writers Museum.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Chicago.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 4.7 Stars based on 68 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.