Get Lit: The Great American Heist

American Writers Museum is celebrating the signing of the Declaration of Independence… with a mystery to solve!

Join fellow investigators for a mystery 250 years in the making! A special artifact from the museum’s pop-up Declarations exhibit has been stolen and its up to you to find it. Work solo or team up with fellow sleuths to decipher clues, interrogate your fellow Americans, and piece together the truth behind this crime of patriotic passion. While you investigate, enjoy beer, wine, and the night’s specialty cocktail, The Amendment, a whiskey- and brandy-based drink that will have you waving Old Glory! Non-alcoholic version are also available. The night will kick off promptly at 5:00pm with a reading of Declaration of Independence as part of Sharing the Spirit of America: A Statewide & National Reading of the Declaration of Independence. As people in communities across America share in a reading of the Declaration of Independence. Costumes are encouraged! Think powdered wigs, waistcoats, breeches, or your boldest red, white, and blue look. Grab your friends, make your declaration, and join us for a night of literary mischief! This is 21+ event. Attendees must show a valid photo ID at the door to enter.

Location: 180 N. Michigan Ave., 2nd floor, Chicago, IL 60601