Learning about culture can sometimes be a drag, but the exhibitions at thus Museum are compelling and world class.

It is okay; however, parking can be a problem and the "press releases" are better than "the real thing."

Very well run, and the displays are excellent. I am looking forward to going again. I would recommend it to a friend.

It starts with a very attractive new building. This museum in downtown Anchorage has hundreds/thousands of items from the Smithsonian collection on Native Alaskan cultures. All aspects of Native life are covered. From clothing, to shelter, to the Spirit World. I especially loved the basketry and the masks. The whole exhibit is displayed in geographically organized cases that show the... More

I love this museum. The only reason I'm giving it four stars is because it doesn't have huge collections like museums in larger cities do. But what they do have is a great native cultural arts center, and an amazing science center for kids. I would highly recommend this place for families because the adults can get what they want,... More

We came as part of a tour group. The smithsonian native American artifacts were fascinating. There was high tech support for the things on display. It is the best part of the museum so hopefully they can be kept, at least in part. A temporary exhibit on Alaska flight was pretty good. The art gallery was sparse though we were... More

This museum was so interesting. I marvel that mankind can find ways to survive in the most challenging environments. I enjoyed the focus on all the Native Alaska Tribes. The Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center did an amazing job displaying how the availability of natural resources and materials subtly defined the cultural lifeways of each of the tribes. The displays of... More

My boys are 8 and 4. We are Alaska residents but live 80 miles out of anchorage. This was our first trip to the museum and I was shocked by how much fun we had! Between the imaginarium and the planetarium we didn't even make it upstairs. Long story short...make it happen, take the time to go and plan to... More

I really enjoyed this museum and was enlightened about the history of Alaska and it's people. The highlights for me were the Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center, Alaska Gallery and Arctic Flight. These exhibits were well thought out, interactive and educational. The use of audio and visual aids, help tell the stories of Alaska Natives past and present. It was very... More