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“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

visitor testimonials

“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 Thursday through Monday from 10am to 5pm.

Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
(only open for private events and rentals)

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A large crowd of people looking at paintings at the American Writers Museum in Chicago
"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
3 people typing on manual typewriters at the American Writers Museum in Chicago
"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
Man and young girl read together in the Children's Gallery
"What a great little find. Wonderfully interactive and very thought provoking for all ages." -Joyce, January 2024

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