AWM Access Membership

At the American Writers Museum, we believe that the voices of great American writers should be accessible to everyone no matter their circumstances. Thanks to the support of our members, the museum is excited to offer our new Access Membership

The Access Membership is discounted rate membership available to qualifying individuals and families residing in Illinois. The membership includes all the benefits of a Household Membership including free year-round admission, free admission to programs and special events, and discounts in the AWM shop for up to 2 adults living in the same household and an unlimited number of children. 

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We ask that Access Members pay what they can, starting at a minimum of $10 per year. Members who are able to pay more will allow us to bring important American writing to even more people across Illinois.

If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected].

Accepted assistance programs include: WIC, SNAP, EBT) Medicaid, SSI, AABD, CCAP, TANF, LIHEAP, and other federal, state, local, or tribal assistance programs.

Help us expand the reach of American writers by donating to the Access Membership campaign. Interested in other giving opportunities? Start a conversation with Linda Dunlavy, Director of Development at [email protected] or (312) 374-8762.

 

To qualify for the Access Membership, you must be receiving or eligible to receive benefits or assistance in the state of Illinois. Access memberships are only applicable to the individual purchasing the membership and cannot be applied to other parties, purchased on behalf of the qualifying party, or as a gift for the qualifying party. Access memberships can only be applied for, purchased, and renewed online. To renew an existing Access Membership, the qualifying party must still be enrolled in a qualifying program. The American Writers Museum reserves the right to cancel any membership at any time for any reason.