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    Welcome

    The Anchorage Museum is committed to providing a space that is accessible, welcoming and inclusive of everyone in our community.

    We recognize that providing access is an ongoing process, developed in conversation with individuals and communities. The Anchorage Museum seeks to enrich its practices, learn from others, and continually break down barriers to engagement with the museum.

    Below is a list of resources available for visiting the museum. Email us at access@anchoragemuseum.org for more information about programs and services to support your visit. We appreciate at least two weeks’ advance notice for special accommodation requests.


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    2022 FREE ADMISSION DAYS & PROGRAMS

    Saturday, Feb. 5
    General Admission is free thanks to the generous sponsorship of Alaska Black Chamber of Commerce. Visit with and learn about black-owned businesses in Alaska, check out the exhibition “Black Lives in Alaska: Journey, Justice, Joy,” and celebrate Black History Month. Also, the Anchorage Museum is proud to host the seventh annual Alaska Black Business Expo with The Business Boutique and the Alaska Black Chamber of Commerce. Support entrepreneurs, network with business leaders, learn about the many black-owned businesses in our community, and learn how to start and grow your own business.

    Wednesday, May 18
    Celebrate International Museum Day with us as we consider the important role of museums as a means of cultural exchange and the development mutual understanding, cooperation, and peace among people. 

    Sunday, June 19   
    Join us as we recognize Juneteenth, the day commemorating of the ending of slavery in the United States. Roam museum galleries and enjoy special programming.

    Friday, Oct. 7 
    In recognition of the upcoming Indigenous Peoples' Day (Oct. 10), which honors and respects the Indigenous peoples of Alaska. Free access to museum exhibitions and programs for conversation, reflection and critical thinking. We thank the Dena’ina people for the past, present and future stewardship of land, place and people.

    Friday/Saturday, Nov. 25-26
    Join us for special winter programming and enjoy the museum with free general admission.

     

     

    Polar Nights: Free First Friday After Hours
    October - April
    Enjoy free admission 6 to 9 p.m. Roam open galleries, socialize with others or enjoy spaces in solitude. Special Northern-themed programming may include films, live or recorded music, games, topical curated conversations and more. Visit our calendar for details each month.

    Bank of America Museums on Us
    Bank of America cardholders enjoy one free museum general admission on the first weekend of the month with BoA, Merrill, and Bank of America Private Bank (U.S. Trust) credit or debit card and photo ID. Special exhibition fees still apply. BoA cardholders also receive 10% off purchases at the Anchorage Museum Store on this weekend. No other discounts apply.

    EBT Free Admission
    Individuals and families receiving food assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) can get free museum admission by showing your EBT benefits card. Please present your Alaska Quest Card (or other state EBT card) to the front desk upon arrival.

    DISCOUNTED DAYS

    $5 Days: Third Thursday of Each Month Oct - April
    Visit the museum for $5 on the third Thursday of the month from October through April.

    PAY IT FORWARD
    Support families in our community by gifting a museum membership. Your gift of $100 (or more) provides a local family with a full year of special experiences, learning and free access to the museum. It’s a great way to ensure children and families in need have equal access to the museum and all that it has to offer and supports the continuation of museum programs. Recipients are chosen through non-profit partner organizations serving refugees and low-income families. Your donation is fully tax-deductible. DONATE A MEMBERSHIP

    PARTNERING WITH COMMUNITIES
    The Anchorage Museum works in partnership with communities and organizations to provide access to museum experiences, programs, and resources. Read about one of our initiatives in our blog.

    RECIPROCAL MEMBERSHIPS
    Anchorage Museum members get free access to many museums across North America through reciprocal benefit programs.

    Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC) Passport Program: Members at all levels have an ASTC emblem printed on their membership cards, which entitles them to free admission at 375+ participating science museums.

    Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums (ROAM) program: Individual Museum Insider, Family Plus, Family Museum Insider, and VIP level members receive admission to 375+ art and history museums through the ROAM program. 

    Smithsonian Affiliate Reciprocal Membership
    The Anchorage Museum is a Smithsonian affiliate through the Arctic Studies Center located on the second floor. Present your Anchorage Museum membership card to more than 50 Smithsonian affiliate museums and enjoy special discounts and benefits.

     

     

     

    Anchorage Museum

    625 C Street
    Anchorage, AK 99501
    907-929-9200 | General
    907-929-9228 | Membership

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    MAY - SEPTEMBER Open 7 days,
    including holidays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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    The first Friday of each month - Extended hours to 9 p.m.

    THIS IS DENA’INA EŁNENA.
    ANCHORAGE IS DENA’INA HOMELAND.

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