10Feb
Get Lit: Rom Com Night
American Writers Museum
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“It’s a beautiful and very worthwhile place, quiet, flowing and very interactive.”
“Love this museum! Place for you who enjoy any kind of literature, from novel, speech, song, poem, poetry, history of literature, etc.”
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"The Dark Testament exhibition on black writers and their fight against racial injustice during the 1800-1900s was the best part, in my opinion." - Kelsie, August 2023
"It's inclusive and diverse, not just in the writers featured but also in the types of writing and information. The opportunity to type an old school typewriter again was a nice surprise" - Sharon, January 2024
"What a great little find. Wonderfully interactive and very thought provoking for all ages." -Joyce, January 2024
Upcoming Programs
15Feb
Monthly Free Museum Day
American Writers Museum
26Feb
Oscar Brown Jr.’s Poetry as Theatre: An American Prophets Program
American Writers Museum
05Mar
Assembling Religion: The Ford Motor Company and Religion (IN PERSON)
American Writers Museum
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