Our mission is to excite audiences about the impact of American writers—past, present, & future—in shaping our collective histories, identities, & daily lives. The American Writers Museum's mission is to excite audiences about the impact of American writers - past, present and future - in shaping our collective histories, cultures, identities, and daily lives. The mission of the American Writers Museum is to excite audiences about the impact of American Writers - past, present and future - in shaping our collective histories, cultures, identities and daily lives. The American Writers Museum strives to: Educate the public about American writers – past and present; Engage visitors in exploring the many exciting worlds created by the spoken and written word; Enrich and deepen appreciation for good writing in all its forms; Motivate visitors to discover, or rediscover, a love of reading and writing; and Inspire the young writers of tomorrow Through innovative and dynamic state-of-the-art exhibitions, as well as compelling programming, the American Writers Museum educates, enriches, provokes, and inspires the public.