Explore the Literary Treasures at the American Writers Museum

Getting There

• Public Transit

  From Schaumburg, head to the nearest Metra station, which is Palatine Metra Station. Take the Metra Union Pacific Northwest line towards Chicago, and get off at the Ogilvie Transportation Center. Once you exit the station, transfer to the CTA 'L' trains. Take the Pink Line towards 18th and get off at the Damen stop. Walk to the Damen bus stop and catch the #9 Ashland bus towards the 35th-Bronzeville-IIT stop. Disembark at Michigan & Washington. You will be just a short walk from the American Writers Museum at 180 North Michigan Ave.

• Bus

  From Schaumburg, locate the nearest Pace bus stop and catch the #607 bus towards the Woodfield Mall. When you reach Woodfield Mall, transfer to the #226 bus towards the Higgins & Meacham stop. Get off at the Algonquin & Michigan stop and transfer to the #90 bus towards the Michigan & Washington stop. The American Writers Museum will be a short walk from there at 180 North Michigan Ave.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer cycling, rent a bike from a local bike-sharing service. Start from Schaumburg and head south towards the Busse Woods, following the bike paths. Continue on the paths until you reach the intersection with Higgins Road. Cross over and follow the signs towards the Salt Creek Trail, which will lead you to downtown Chicago. Be cautious as you merge onto city streets. Once you reach the Chicago Loop, navigate towards 180 North Michigan Ave where the American Writers Museum is located.

• Walking

  For those feeling adventurous and fit, you could walk from Schaumburg to the American Writers Museum. It's a long trek, so make sure you are well-prepared with comfortable shoes and water. Start by heading towards the nearest main road, then walk south until you reach the Metra station at Palatine. From there, follow the public transit directions to Ogilvie Transportation Center and walk to the museum from there.