RENTAL AND CATERING SERVICE INFORMATION
Whether your meeting is all business or your reception simply social, the Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center offers a distinctive venue.
Beautiful works of art are the backdrop for any event at the Museum. The atrium's sparkling reflective pool and impressive marble staircase provide an elegant environment for a truly memorable and delightful occasion. Special docent-led tours of current Museum exhibitions can be arranged.
ATRIUM
The sparkling reflective pool and the beautiful marble staircase make this an elegant meeting place for weddings, receptions or dinner parties. To make your evening complete, there are podiums, microphones, chairs and tables available at your request. There is even a piano available, and, for an even more special touch, the Museum's art galleries can also be rented.
Our friendly and professional on-site catering service will gladly take care of your catering needs to make this a truly memorable and delightful occasion. Discount rates are available for non-profit organizations except during the month of December.
Capacity:
150 for a sit-down dinner
400 for a more casual affair
Availability:
One hour after Museum closes
Private Fees:
$1,200 (four-hour minimum)
$200 each additional hour
Non-profit Fees:
(501c3 or school or government)
$800 (four-hour minimum)
$200 each additional hour
Deposit:
$200 payable to the Anchorage Museum Association
(refundable with 60 days prior notice)
Rehearsal:
Must be scheduled between 5 and 6 p.m. for events.
AUDITORIUM
The auditorium makes an excellent facility for large meetings, conferences, programs or slide shows. A podium and microphone, chairs and tables, a DVD, overhead projector, slide projector and a piano are all available and are included in the rental fee. A projectionist is also available for hire. The auditorium can also be rented in conjunction with the beautiful atrium, and the Museum's on-site caterer would be glad to cater your event.
Capacity:
230
Private Fees:
$200 (two-hour minimum)
$100 each additional hour
Non-profit Fees:
$100 (two-hour minimum)
$50 each additional hour
Projectionist Fees:
$50 per hour
GALLERIES
Availability:
One hour after Museum closes
Available only with Atrium rental
Fee:
$200 flat rate per gallery
(three galleries)
All rates are subject to change or adjustment for peak seasons.
PARKING
An underground, heated garage with approximately 100 spaces is available. Fee is $100.
CATERING
All catering is provided by The Marx Bros. Café, the Museum's exclusive caterer, considered one of the best restaurants in Anchorage. Please contact catering staff at (907) 343-6193 for more details.
BOOKING
(Scheduling) (907) 343-6118
(Catering) (907) 343-6193
Email:
Scheduling
Catering
PLEASE NOTE:
The Anchorage Museum is accessible to people with disabilities.
Smoking is prohibited by law in the Museum.
Limited equipment is available at no charge.
Permit fees may be required (to serve/sell alcohol).
DOWNLOADS
Rental and Catering Service brochure
Facility Use Policies and Regulations
Rates, Equipment and General Information

Museum Atrium
Photo by Chris Arend

Museum Atrium
Photo by Farrar Photography

The Alaska Gallery
Photo by Paul Warschol

The Auditorium
SUMMER HOURS:
May 11 - Sept. 21
Open seven days
9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
WINTER HOURS
Sept. 22 - May 10
Tuesday - Saturday
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday noon - 6 p.m.
Closed Mondays