American Writers Museum
Our mission is to excite audiences about the impact of American writers—past, present, & future—in shaping our collective histories, identities, & daily lives.
- The AWM joins the rest of the Chicago literary community in mourning the loss of President & CEO of the Chicago Public Library Foundation, Brenda Langstraat Bui. Brenda was an integral part of the community, and her loss has been profoundly felt; our hearts are with her family and loved ones.
- Find more info on battling censorship on our resource page americanwritersmuseum.org/resources-to...
- The American Writers Museum will be closed tomorrow, Friday, January 23 due to extreme cold temperatures. Stay warm, everyone!
- What happens when a Chicagoan becomes Pope... and you’re the reporter in the room? FREE event with Emmy-winner Mary Ann Ahern on faith, power & journalism. 📍FREE In person at the AWM 🗓 Jan 22 | 6–7pm 🎥 Livestream option available www.eventbrite.com/e/religion-a...
- How many artifacts are in the American Prophets exhibit? Hard to say… at least 6–7. 😏 Come see them for yourself—American Prophets is open now at the American Writers Museum. 🎟️ Get tickets at awmamericanprophets.org
- Need a new book to read or show to binge? How about a new album to listen to on your commute? No matter what you're looking for, our December Staff Picks have got you covered! Find something new to read, watch, or listen to this month on our blog! americanwritersmuseum.org/awm-staff-pi...
- Give a teacher the gift of membership this holiday season! Celebrate the teachers in your life who make a difference with an AWM Educator Membership—now 50% off for a limited time! secure.qgiv.com/for/educator...
- It's Giving Tuesday! When you give to the AWM, you help spark a shift in perspective, one reader, one student, one story at a time. Your gift ensures that writers are seen and heard, classrooms come alive with stories, and new generations discover the joy of reading and writing. hubs.ly/Q03WvmnX0
- It's Giving Tuesday! When you give to the AWM, you help spark a shift in perspective one story at a time. Your gift ensures that writers are seen and heard, classrooms come alive with stories, and new generations discover the joy of reading and writing. americanwritersmuseum.org/join-give/do...
- “Stories keep our people alive.” –Brad Wagnon (Cherokee Nation) Storyteller & author Brad Wagnon preserves Cherokee history and values through his books and teachings. Explore his reflections on faith, identity, and storytelling in American Prophets — now open at the AWM!
- Next week, join us for Get Lit: Santa's Book Fair to get your holiday shopping in early. Enjoy local Chicago bookstores, beer, wine, & a special cocktail, The Snowflake. Plus, be on the lookout for the man in red for photos and holiday stories! Tickets here! www.eventbrite.com/e/get-lit-sa...
- Happy Birthday, Pauli Murray! Explore Murray’s legacy in American Prophets, where their writings and personal reflections reveal how faith and activism can work hand in hand toward equality. Get tickets to American Prophets today! awmamericanprophets.org
- Make sure you get your tickets for next week's event, featuring Alan Light and @ryanarnoldrocks! In DON'T STOP, Light investigates what keep "Rumours" by Fleetwood Mac at the forefront of pop culture, from Glee to Saturday Night Live to Daisy Jones & the Six. www.eventbrite.com/e/spirituali...
- American Prophets opens Nov 24 at the American Writers Museum. Across generations, writers used words to question, believe, and reimagine what America could be. Buy tickets here! awmamericanprophets.org
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- Definition: A prophet is someone who uses their voice to reveal truth, challenge norms, and inspire change. The writers in American Prophets did just that: using words to shape culture, wrestle with faith, and reimagine what America could be. americanwritersmuseum.org/american-pro...
- Looking for gifts this holiday season? How about an AWM Membership! Whether you're an avid museum goer, a student, a writer, or a book lover, we've got a membership level that will suit anyone. Learn more about what each level has to offer on our website! americanwritersmuseum.org/join-give/me...
- Mark your calendars for December 2...Next month, Get Lit is back with Santa's Book Fair! Get into the holiday spirit, mix & mingle with fellow bookworms, and finish your holiday shopping with us and local, independent Chicago book stores! Get tickets at www.eventbrite.com/e/get-lit-sa...
- Our November Staff Picks are here! Take a look to see what we've been loving this month, and let us know what's on your list in the replies! Check out the full list here: americanwritersmuseum.org/awm-staff-pi...
- Tonight, Indigenous Studies scholars @tomtweed.bsky.social and John Low will be at the museum to discuss Tweed's new book, RELIGION IN THE LANDS THAT BECAME AMERICA! Beat the cold and warm up inside while learning more about indigenous history! www.eventbrite.com/e/american-p...
- Hear all about our upcoming American Prophets program on Thomas A. Tweed's new book, Religion in the Lands that Became America, straight from Tweed's fellow Indigenous Studies scholar John Low! Get tickets to the event here: www.eventbrite.com/e/american-p...
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- Join us tomorrow to hear bestselling author @susanorlean.bsky.social discuss her new memoir, JOYRIDE! Orlean will be interviewed by Chris Borrelli of the Chicago Tribune. Right now, take advantage of our FLASH SALE! Until 10 AM tomorrow, in person tix are 50% off! www.eventbrite.com/e/author-tal...
- "The hidden worlds of others have proved rich mines in the past, but so, too, Orlean’s own life turns out to be, from a nerdy, bookish childhood in Shaker Heights...to her first efforts at journalism," – Kirkus Reviews Hear more about JOYRIDE from Orlean next week! bit.ly/3Lfwsyw
- Join us this Friday, Oct. 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the University of Chicago as we talk horror writing and religion with @bymattruff.bsky.social, author of LOVECRAFT COUNTRY, alongside Tananarive Due and Juan Martinez. Free to students! Register here: bit.ly/46EnYIF
- Jane Goodall, 1934 - 2025 We are saddened to learn of the passing of primatologist Jane Goodall. Goodall was the author of numerous books on conservation, zoology, & of course, chimpanzees. She was an unwavering activist for the natural world & will be deeply missed. #JaneGoodall
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- What better way to celebrate #InternationalPodcastDay than by tuning in to one of ours? Dive into literary gossip with Dead Writer Drama, timeless stories with Nation of Writers, and exclusive conversations with today's leading writers with Author Talks! americanwritersmuseum.org/blog/awm-pod...
- At our recent OnWord celebration, we honored 2 past winners of the John Estey Student Writing Competition, a key component of our Write In youth education program. Please consider a tax-deductible gift to support this important program! secure.qgiv.com/for/fallfund...
- We know you missed Get Lit last month, and in October we're back and 🩸bloodier🩸 than ever with Get Lit: Blood Suckers! Until Friday, tickets are BUY ONE GET ONE FREE! Get your tickets today and don't miss out on this fang-tastic deal 🧛♂️ www.eventbrite.com/e/get-lit-bl...
- Next week, we're hosting Nicholas Meyer to discuss his new book! Meyer has written Holmes novels and Star Trek screenplays, and even received an Oscar nomination for his screenplay "The Seven-Per-Cent Solution," based on his own novel. Get tickets here! bit.ly/4nkfFrS
- Find a new play, novel, film, or album to read, watch, or listen to this month with our September Staff Picks. Read the full blog here! americanwritersmuseum.org/awm-staff-pi...
- This year, our John Estey Student Writing Competition received hundreds of entries from around the world; there were so many amazing entries, and the talent absolutely blew us away. Check out this year's winners and get a peek at their winning entries!
- At OnWord 2025, @petersagal.bsky.social and @davidgrann.bsky.social discussed the power of words to inspire and...the power of children to drive away men's hair? Stay tuned for a recap of the night coming soon!
- We're open on Labor Day! Spend your day off with us at the Museum for some fun for all ages 🥳
- Are you as excited for American Prophets as we are? Check out these renderings for the new exhibit and mark your calendars for the grand opening November 21st!
- For schools in underserved communities where enrichment programs are limited, the AWM offers the Write In Youth Education Program free of charge, thanks to support from friends like you. Consider supporting underserved students today by donating here! secure.qgiv.com/for/fallfund...
- At this month's Get Lit: Drawn to Life, we're celebrating all things animated. Join us for crafts, trivia, drinks, & more! Right now, tickets are BOGO, so make sure to bring a friend! Get your tickets now! www.eventbrite.com/e/get-lit-dr...
- Your Journey starts here, at the American Writers Museum, but every great journey also starts with a map. Learn more about emeritus board member of the AWM Roger S. Baskes, who has contributed hundreds of items to the Newberry, including atlases, maps, and more. www.newberry.org/news/event-h...
- Tonight, dive into the unsung tales behind the origins of American intelligence with Thomas Maier. THE INVISIBLE SPY is the story of Ernest Cuneo, a former NFL star turned White House insider who worked with undercover agents to conduct the biggest foreign spy operation in the US. bit.ly/4m2seI4
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- Discover the story of Americathrough the writers and works that shaped it. Journey through humor, activism, rhythm, and more with your favorite authors at the American Writers Museum – Visit Today! americanwritersmuseum.org/visit/
- Want free tickets to Faith is Funny? Head to faithisfunny.org and enter to win 2 free tickets to the event! Ft. @GibranSaleem (Why Did I Say That Podcast), @HariKondabolu (The Problem with Apu), @SidleyKate (The Late Show with Stephen Colbert), & Peter Sagal. Enter now!
- The AWM is saddened to hear of the passing of The Beach Boys co-founder and songwriter Brian Wilson. Wilson revolutionized pop music with ambitious lyrics and groundbreaking albums like Pet Sounds and Surfin' U.S.A. #BrianWilson #TheBeachBoys
