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The mission of the American Writers Museum is to engage the public in celebrating American writers and exploring their influence on our history, our identity, our culture, and our daily lives.
The American Writers Museum is the first museum of its kind in the nation. Through innovative and dynamic state-of-the-art exhibitions, as well as compelling programming, the American Writers Museum educates, enriches, provokes, and inspires visitors of all ages. Special exhibits free with paid admission: My America & Tools of the Trade.
Hours: Thursdays - Mondays, 10am - 5pm.
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American Writers Museum Hours
| Monday | 10:00AM – 5:00PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10:00AM – 5:00PM |
| Friday | 10:00AM – 5:00PM |
| Saturday | 10:00AM – 5:00PM |
| Sunday | 10:00AM – 5:00PM |
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180 N. Michigan Ave - Second Floor
Chicago IL 60601 - Phone: (312) 374-8790
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