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Anchorage 1% for Art Excursion
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
6/1/2013
Enjoy a behind-the-scenes narrated tour of Anchorage’s public art, including work by artists such as John Hoover, Melvin Olanna, Sonya Kelliher-Combs and more. This collection is made possible by the Municipality of Anchorage’s 1% for Art Program. Snacks and water provided; bring a brown bag lunch. Registration required online. $15
 
 
Smithsonian Spotlight: Making Comics
Noon
6/6/2013
Artist Dimi Macheras (Ahtna Athabascan) is best known for comics that meld Alaska Native storytelling with action-packed modern visuals. Via a live web feed, the artist shares his latest creative endeavors, including his upcoming urban-fantasy cyberpunk project, Guttertown! Included with admission
 
 
Art on the Green
1 to 3 p.m.
6/7/2013
Add some fresh air to your art. Venture outdoors for the museum’s newest art event. Express yourself creatively through different activities each month, and informally engage with local artists. This event is held outdoors, weather permitting. Limited to 25 participants; first-come, first-served. Free
 
 
Sunday Fun Day: Cultural Heritage
2 to 4 p.m.
6/9/2013
Celebrate your family’s ancestry with cultural activities at the museum. Create a flag representing your heritage, design a coat of arms for your family and swap favorite family recipes. Included with admission
 
 
Artist Training: Submitting to Juries
1 to 3 p.m.
6/9/2013
Want some help submitting your art for juried exhibitions and public art commissions? The Alaska State Council on the Arts, Anchorage Museum and Municipality of Anchorage invite you to attend this free training session. 

Learn to use callforentry.org to apply online for juried exhibitions, public art projects and more. Get professional pointers from Chris Arend Photography on faithfully capturing your art and preparing the images for submission. 

Participants are encouraged to set up an account at callforentry.org and make a submission here by June 5. Three local jurors will examine your free practice call and provide feedback.

When you arrive June 9 check in with the museum's front desk staff prior to the training session. 
 
 
Play Date
10:30 a.m.
6/21/2013
Treat toddlers to educational and fun child’s play through guided activities. June’s play date focuses on colors and painting. Included with admission 
 
 
Anchorage 1% for Art Excursion
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
7/6/2013
Enjoy a behind-the-scenes narrated tour of Anchorage’s public art, including work by artists such as John Hoover, Melvin Olanna, Sonya Kelliher-Combs and more. This collection is made possible by the Municipality of Anchorage’s 1% for Art Program. Snacks and water provided; bring a brown bag lunch. Registration required online. $15
 
 
Anchorage 1% for Art Excursion
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
8/3/2013
Enjoy a behind-the-scenes narrated tour of Anchorage’s public art, including work by artists such as John Hoover, Melvin Olanna, Sonya Kelliher-Combs and more. This collection is made possible by the Municipality of Anchorage’s 1% for Art Program. Snacks and water provided; bring a brown bag lunch. Registration required online. $15
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