Group Visits
The American Writers Museum welcomes group visits from student groups, conference groups, book clubs, family and friends, or other parties who want to explore the powerful history of American writing. Plan a visit, tour, or special experience for your group of ten or more and enjoy discounted admission rates.
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Museum Tour Options for Private Groups
Explore our group tour options and find the experience that’s right for your group. The American Writers Museum offers engaging ways for groups to discover the writers, stories, and ideas that have shaped America. Guided tours start at $75 for up to 15 people. Museum members get discounts for group tours.
Perfect for first time visitors!
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how the museum was created!
Discover the writers who built the windy city!
Explore the museum’s most popular exhibit in depth!
Stories of identity, resilience, and expression.
Exploring Jewish voices in American writing.
Mystery, horror, and literary legacy…
Special Experiences & Add-Ons
Enhance your visit with unique experiences and add-ons designed to make your group’s time at the American Writers Museum even more memorable. From behind-the-scenes opportunities to special programming, these options offer new ways to engage with American writers and stories.
Guided Trivia Hunt
Combine a group tour with a guided trivia hunt for an interactive way to explore the American Writers Museum. Groups will discover stories and test their literary knowledge throughout the museum. Available themes include:
• Books and their Writers
• Illustrations & Art
Custom trivia hunts can be developed for an additional fee.
AWM: The Game
Explore the museum like never before! You’ll compete against other teams to uncover hidden clues and solve puzzles on a quest to explore the rich tapestry of American writing with an emphasis on teamwork and problem-solving. Runs approx. 90 minutes.
Catered Meals
Our catering partners can design menus that thematically integrate with your company outing or group experience. $12-$25/pp
Venue Rental
For venue rental and hosting an after-hours evening event, please submit a quote.
