American Writers Museum, Chicago

Name: American Writers Museum
Address: 180 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, 60601-7401, United States
Telephone: +1 312-374-8790

#157 among attractions in Chicago

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Facts and practical information

The American Writers Museum is a museum of American Literature and writing that opened in Chicago in May 2017. The museum was designed by Amaze Design of Boston. ()

Established: 2010 (14 years ago)Coordinates: 41°53'8"N, 87°37'30"W

Address

180 N Michigan AveDowntown (The Loop)Chicago 60601-7401 United States

Contact

+1 312-374-8790

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American Writers Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Macy's, Architecture Center, Jay Pritzker Pavilion, Michigan Avenue Bridge.

~860 ftSW
Shopping, Department store, Chicago school architecture
Macy's, Chicago
5 min walk • Macy's on State Street, located in the heart of Chicago, stands as an iconic landmark and a testament to the city's rich retail history. Housed in a historic building that dates back to 1892, this flagship department store is not only a shopper's paradise but also an...
~1190 ftN
River cruise
Architecture Center, Chicago
6 min walk • The Architecture Center in Chicago, a hub for design and urban planning enthusiasts, offers an unparalleled experience for those interested in the city's storied architectural heritage. Notably, the center is the starting point for the acclaimed Chicago River Cruise, a...
~1160 ftSE
Bandshell in the park with entertainment
Jay Pritzker Pavilion, Chicago
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Chicago's bustling Millennium Park, the Jay Pritzker Pavilion stands as an iconic music venue that harmonizes cutting-edge architecture with the city's deep-rooted cultural scene. Designed by the renowned architect Frank Gehry, the pavilion was...
~1060 ftN
Historic drawbridge with decorative work
Michigan Avenue Bridge, Chicago
6 min walk • Rising over the Chicago River, the Michigan Avenue Bridge, officially known as the DuSable Bridge, is a historic and architectural landmark that has become an emblematic feature of the city's skyline. This double-deck, bascule bridge links the northern and southern...
~650 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Chicago Theatre, Chicago
4 min walk • The Chicago Theatre, originally known as the Balaban and Katz Chicago Theatre, is a landmark theater located on North State Street in the Loop area of Chicago, Illinois, United States.
~1110 ftS
Sport venue, Sport, Ice rink
McCormick Tribune Plaza & Ice Rink, Chicago
6 min walk • McCormick Tribune Plaza & Ice Rink or McCormick Tribune Plaza is a multi-purpose venue within Millennium Park in the Loop community area of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States. On December 20, 2001, it became the first attraction in Millennium Park to open. The $3.2 million...
~620 ftS
Free cultural exhibits and concerts
Chicago Cultural Center, Chicago
3 min walk • The Chicago Cultural Center, opened in 1897, is a Chicago Landmark building operated by Chicago's Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events that houses the city's official reception venue where the Mayor of Chicago has welcomed Presidents and royalty, diplomats and community leaders.
~1020 ftSE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Harris Theater, Chicago
5 min walk • The Joan W. and Irving B. Harris Theater for Music and Dance is a 1,499-seat theater for the performing arts located along the northern edge of Millennium Park on Randolph Street in the Loop community area of Chicago in Cook County, Illinois, US.
~810 ftNW
Memorial
Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Chicago
4 min walk • The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is a war memorial in Chicago, in the U.S. state of Illinois, dedicated on November 11, 2005.
~980 ftNW
Bridge
Wabash Avenue Bridge, Chicago
5 min walk • The Wabash Avenue Bridge over the Chicago River was built in 1930. Standing west of the Michigan Avenue Bridge and east of Marina City, the bascule bridge connects the Near North Side with "The Loop" area.
~1110 ftNW
Bridge
Bataan-Corregidor Memorial Bridge, Chicago
6 min walk • The Bataan-Corregidor Memorial Bridge, also known as the State Street Bridge, is a bridge that carries State Street across the Chicago River in downtown Chicago, Illinois, United States.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is American Writers Museum open?

American Writers Museum is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to American Writers Museum?

Nearby attractions include Crain Communications Building, Chicago (2 min walk), Carbide & Carbon Building, Chicago (2 min walk), Two Prudential Plaza, Chicago (3 min walk), One Prudential Plaza, Chicago (3 min walk).

How to get to American Writers Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to American Writers Museum:

Bus

Michigan & Lake/Randolph • Lines: 124, 143, 147, 151, 157, 19, 26, 3, 4, 850, 851, 855, (N) N4, (N) N66 (1 min walk)
Michigan & Randolph • Lines: 124, 143, 147, 151, 157, 19, 20, 26, 3, 6, 850, 851, 855, (N) N66 (2 min walk)

Train

Millennium Station (3 min walk)
Van Buren Street (16 min walk)

Metro

State/Lake • Lines: Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple (4 min walk)
Lake • Lines: Red (4 min walk)