Whether your event is all business or simply social, the Anchorage Museum is a distinctive venue. Beautiful works of art are the backdrop for any event at the museum. To book an event or for more information, please contact the facility rental coordinator at (907) 929-9261 or e-mail rentals@anchoragemuseum.org.
The atrium's sparkling reflective pool and impressive marble staircase provide an elegant environment for a truly memorable occasion, including weddings, receptions and dinner parties. The rental fee includes a podium, microphone, chairs and tables. A piano is available for a fee. Capacity is 160 for a sit-down dinner, 400 for a more casual affair.
The hip, new Muse restaurant offers a metropolitan setting for sophisticated events. Capacity 100.
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The fourth floor Brian E. Davies Chugach Gallery delivers breathtaking mountain views and an urban chic atmosphere. Exclusive rental with limited availability. Capacity is 70 for a sit-down dinner, 100 for a more casual affair.
The auditorium's film screen, proscenium stage and comfortable seating make it an excellent choice for large meetings, conferences, performances or slideshows. The rental fee includes a podium, microphone, chairs, tables, DVD player, overhead projector and slide projector. A piano is available for a fee. A projectionist is available for hire. Capacity 230.
The Thomas Planetarium offers a fascinating, enjoyable way to learn about astronomy and space. The new, 530-square-foot facility lets visitors journey to the stars, taking trips through the solar system or joining in the Imaginarium's presentations that explore the night sky. The planetarium is accessible to people with disabilities. No food or drink allowed. Capacity 45.
For a special touch, add one or more of these unique galleries: Imaginarium Discovery Center, Art of the North, Alaska History Gallery or Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center. These galleries are available for rent solely in conjunction with rental of a primary space. No food or drink allowed.
Guests enjoy exclusive access to all the museum’s galleries and public spaces. Premium traveling exhibit access may be arranged for an additional fee. Muse restaurant and museum shop not included.
The Anchorage Museum is available for birthday parties on Saturdays and Sundays. For more information, see the Birthday Party FAQ.
Spaces become available for rentals after the museum is closed. Museum summer hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily mid-May through mid-September. Winter hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, closed Mondays.
Our friendly, professional on-site catering service will gladly take care of your catering needs to make this a truly memorable and delightful occasion. For more details, please call (907) 273-4233 or e-mail catering@anchoragemuseum.org.
