Alaska's largest museum tells the real story of the North through art and design, history, science and culture. Explore Alaska Native cultures with a collection from the Smithsonian Institution. An expansive interactive history gallery tells the story of Alaska. A hands-on science discovery center has marine life tanks, a planetarium and more.
Calendar
From science and nature in the Planetarium to special exhibition related programming, see what’s going on today.
Tours
Learn about our guided and private tours.
Accessibility
Everyone is welcome at the Anchorage Museum. Learn more about the programs, services and resources we offer to help you have a great visit.
Parking
Parking is available near the museum during business hours and beneath the museum evenings and weekends.
Discovery Center
Ignite imagination and trigger curiosity through hands-on activities for all ages.
Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center
Cultural and historic treasures from the Smithsonian’s collections, selected and interpreted with help from Alaska Native advisers, tell the story of Alaska’s First Peoples.
Spark!Lab
Engaging activities to help kids and families explore science and technology through games, science experiments, inventors' notebooks and more.
Planetarium
Take a breathtaking journey to the stars or deep dive into science and nature through enhanced graphics, surround sound and full dome experience.
Museum Store
Shop for distinctly Northern gifts and souvenirs including art, jewelry, books and more.
MUSE Restaurant
Fresh, handcrafted Alaska cuisine, in a vibrant downtown setting.
Museum Rentals
Whether your event is all business, simply social or just for fun, the Anchorage Museum is a distinctive venue with many options.
Tour Operators
Make your group's visit one to remember with a private, docent-led tour through the museum’s galleries.