“Amazing place to reflect on American voices, for people who love to read and write and explore what it means to develop their own voice.” 

Alison, May 2022 Visitor

“It’s a beautiful and very worthwhile place, quiet, flowing and very interactive.”

Stella Liu, May 2023 Visitor

“Love this museum! Place for you who enjoy any kind of literature, from novel, speech, song, poem, poetry, history of literature, etc.”

Stephanie Gwee, September 2019 Visitor

The American Writers Museum is open 10 AM – 5 PM. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

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