American Prophets: Writers, Religion, and Culture

A groundbreaking AWM content initiative, American Prophets journeys through the pages of
American history and both real and fictionalized spiritual practices to explore the profound ways
writing reflects and influences our understanding of religion.  An immersive exhibition will showcase rare artifacts, interactive displays, and related creative works spanning literature, film, music, comedy, and more. AWM invites visitors to discover how storytelling serves as a powerful lens for examining belief systems, personal identity, and the ever-evolving relationship between religion and American culture.

Along with a variety of interactives, the exhibit will include a selection of unique objects of religious significance to writers that can be tied to their works. Examples include Flannery O’Connor’s rosary, Ursula K. Le Guin’s annotated copy of the Tao Te Ching, Samira Ahmed’s amulet with a Muslim prayer, Louie Pérez’s statue of the Santo Niño de Atocha, Harold Ramis’ pocket-sized primer The Five-Minute Buddhist, and more.

Tickets to the museum are $16 for adults, $10 for seniors, students, and teachers. Free for members and children ages 12 and under. To inquire about discounted rates for groups of 10 or more, including adults, student travel groups, and University students

Nov 10th 6pm - 7pm, Tickets $8 - $10
American Prophets: Religion in the Lands that Became America (IN PERSON)
Scholar and author Thomas A. Tweed discusses his new book "Religion in the Lands that Became America" with fellow scholar John N. Low.