Top Events and Exhibits at the American Writers Museum in Chicago This Month
Explore the American Writers Museum in May 2025: Unmissable Attractions in Five Points!
Grab your calendars, literary enthusiasts! The American Writers Museum (AWM) in Chicago has a plethora of events and exhibits lined up in May for everyone to enjoy.
May Highlights
Spring is in full bloom, and the AWM is welcoming visitors to various writer events, a free day, a happy hour, and more. Do not miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of American literature. Plan your visit today!
Extension of "Level Up: Writers & Gamers"
To accommodate the increased interest, the museum is delighted to announce that their popular exhibit, "Level Up: Writers & Gamers," will remain open until November 2, 2025. This six-month extension offers visitors more chances to delve into the influence of game writing on storytelling and American culture.
In celebration of this extension, the AWM invites you to participate in "May the 4th Be With You Day" on May 4. In honor of the Star Wars-inspired day, all visitors will receive a $4 discount on general admission—no cosplay is necessary, though it's always welcome!Snap a photo at the special costume area and let your imagination run wild.
Grown-Up Book Fair
Bookworms unite! Indulge in the love of literature at the "Get Lit: Grown-Up Book Fair" on May 13 at 5:30 pm Central Time. Mix and mingle with fellow bibliophiles, share favorite titles, and discover new reads for your summer collection. Get your tickets here[1] and explore upcoming events on the AWM website[2].
Dave Barry's Life Story
On May 15 at 6:00 pm Central Time, "Class Clown" Pulitzer Prize winner Dave Barry will share anecdotes from his life at Chicago Hope Academy. Mark Bazer of The Interview Show on WTTW will conduct the conversation, and there will be a book signing session afterward. AWM membership gets you admission to this event, so consider becoming a member today[3].
April Free Museum Day
Admission to the AWM is free on April 20 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Central Time. This includes access to all exhibits, including the extended "Level Up: Writers & Gamers." Younger visitors are encouraged to attend a special Little Squirrels Storytime at 11:30 am in the Children's Literature Gallery. No prior registration is needed. Simply stop by the AWM on April 20 to explore everything the museum offers at no cost[4].
Elie's Insight on Postsecularism
National Book Critics Circle Award finalist Paul Elie will join the AWM on May 30 at 7:00 pm to discuss his new book, "The Last Supper." This discussion will explore the origins of our postsecular present and the impact of religious conflict on popular culture in the 1980s[5].
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[1] AWM events calendar: https://americanwritersmuseum.org/programs/events/[2] AWM sign up for newsletter: https://americanwritersmuseum.org/contact/[3] AWM membership: https://americanwritersmuseum.org/support/membership/[4] AWM free days sponsorship: https://americanwritersmuseum.org/make-a-gift/vengo/[5] Paul Elie on Postsecularism: https://americanwritersmuseum.org/programs/authors-and-public-programs/paul-elie/
Enjoy a lifestyle filled with literature at home by purchasing tickets for the "Get Lit: Grown-Up Book Fair" on May 13, or immerse yourself in the world of American writers by attending the various events at the American Writers Museum (AWM). From the extended "Level Up: Writers & Gamers" exhibit to Dave Barry's life story sharing, there's always something for every book and entertainment lover in the home-and-garden of the AWM this month.
