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Alaska Native Heritage Center
Alaska Native Heritage Center displays many aspects of native traditions, from dance and dwellings, to narratives, and other cultural elements. The center deals with 11 indigenous groups of Alaska.
Alaska Zoo
The Alaska Zoo is a 30 acre facility with a variety of native wildlife species including bears wolves, musk oxen, and reindeer to name a few of the favorites. The Alaska Zoo also has a small collection of exotic animals, including Siberian tigers, camels, and an elephant.
All values are in United States Dollars
Alaska Zoo
4731 O'Malley Road
Anchorage, AK 99507
United States
4731 O'Malley Road
Anchorage, AK 99507
United States
Phone 1 (907) 346-2133
Fax 1 (907) 346-2673
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Always closed on:
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
| Adult | $ 12.00 |
| Senior over 65 | $ 9.00 |
| Military discount | $ 9.00 |
| Child 17 & under | $ 6.00 |
| Child 2 & under | FREE |
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Restaurant or food service
Anchorage Museum of History and Art
The Anchorage Museum of History and Art contains a broad range of art and historical items related to Alaska and the arctic. The permanent collection includes 17,500 objects and also maintains a large collection of historical photographs. The Anchorage Museum is visited annually by 20 traveling exhibits from around the world.
All values are in United States Dollars
Anchorage Museum of History
625 C Street
Anchorage, AK 99501-3611
United States
625 C Street
Anchorage, AK 99501-3611
United States
Phone 1 (907) 929-9200
Fax 1 (907) 929-9290
Hours
May 10 to September 12
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 |
September 14 to May 9
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 |
| Adult | $ 10.00 |
| Senior over 65 | $ 8.00 |
| Military discount | $ 8.00 |
| Child 17 & under | FREE |
| Child 6 & under | FREE |
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Restaurant or food service
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Kenai Peninsula
The Kenai Peninsula is a known for the glaciers and fantastic scenery of Kenai Fjords National Park.
Rust's Flying Service
Rust's Flying Service has been in business since 1963 offering flightseeing sea plane tours to Mount McKinley, Denali National Park, and Knik and Columbia glaciers. The planes can also take visitors to remote Alaska fishing lodges or wildlife viewing.
Rust's Flying Service
Box 190867
Anchorage, AK 99519
United States
Box 190867
Anchorage, AK 99519
United States
Phone 1 (907) 243-1595
Fax 1 (907) 248-0552
Hours
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum
The Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum in Anchorage restores and displays vintage aircraft, photographs and other related memorabilia honoring pioneers of Alaska aviation. There is also a video presentation on the history of aviation in Alaska.
All values are in United States Dollars
Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum
4721 Aircraft Drive
Anchorage, AK 99502-1080
United States
4721 Aircraft Drive
Anchorage, AK 99502-1080
United States
Phone 1 (907) 248-5325
Fax 1 (907) 248-6391
Hours
May 15 to September 15
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
September 16 to May 14
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
| Adult | $ 10.00 |
| Child 17 & under | $ 8.00 |
| Military discount | $ 8.00 |
| Senior over 63 | $ 8.00 |
| Child 12 & under | $ 6.00 |
| Child 4 & under | FREE |
Facilities
Gift shop
Alaska Experience Theatre
The Alaska Experience Theater features the Safequake Theatre as well as the shows Journey to Alaska and Northern Lights Adventure.
There is also an earthquake exhibit on the 1964 earthquake which measured 9.2 on the Richter Scale.
There is also an earthquake exhibit on the 1964 earthquake which measured 9.2 on the Richter Scale.
Alaska Heritage Library and Museum
Located in the National Bank of Alaska Building in Anchorage, the Alaska Heritage Library and Museum explores Alaska Native culture and displays over 900 Native art pieces and artifacts. The library houses more than 2,500 books on Alaska subjects.
A highlight of the exhibits is a scaled down stagecoach and presentation on Wells Fargo's role in the Alaskan Gold Rush.
A highlight of the exhibits is a scaled down stagecoach and presentation on Wells Fargo's role in the Alaskan Gold Rush.
Alaska Heritage Library and Museum
301 West Northern Lights Boulevard
Anchorage, AK 99503-2603
United States
301 West Northern Lights Boulevard
Anchorage, AK 99503-2603
United States
Phone 1 (907) 265-2834
Fax 1 (907) 265-2002
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | Closed | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Parking
Free
Alaska Museum of Natural History
The Alaska Museum of Natural History offers exhibits on Alaskan rock, minerals, and fossils, including information on dinosaurs, native artifacts, and dioramas of Alaskan wilderness and wildlife.
The humanities collection features sculpture, illustrations, original paintings and drawings, photos, maps and texts. There are 4 Alaskan wildlife dioramas, featuring numerous mounts of Alaskan birds and mammals, as well as skeletal remains of moose, man, skulls and birds.
The humanities collection features sculpture, illustrations, original paintings and drawings, photos, maps and texts. There are 4 Alaskan wildlife dioramas, featuring numerous mounts of Alaskan birds and mammals, as well as skeletal remains of moose, man, skulls and birds.
Alaska Public Lands Information Center
The Alaska Public Lands Information Center in downtown Anchorage provides information and exhibits on Alaska's native culture and wildlife. Visitors can also obtain State Park permits, get assistance with trip planning as well as purchase books and maps.
Alaska Public Lands Information Center
605 West 4th Avenue, #105
Anchorage, AK 99501
United States
605 West 4th Avenue, #105
Anchorage, AK 99501
United States
Phone 1 (907) 644-3661
Fax 1 (907) 271-2744
Hours
June 1 to August 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
September 1 to May 1
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Alaska Trooper Museum
The Alaska Trooper Museum highlights the history of law enforcement in Alaska through information and displays. The dedicated officers brought law and order to an unusual and distant jurisdiction.
Alaska Trooper Museum
245 West 5th Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99510-0280
United States
245 West 5th Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99510-0280
United States
Phone 1 (907) 279-5050
Fax 1 (907) 279-5054
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 12:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
Chugach State Park
Chugach State Park near Anchorage covers 700 square miles, making it the third largest state park in the United States. The terrain of mountains, rivers, lakes and glaciers is home to wolves, moose, bears, beavers, lynx, and other wildlife. It is a popular area for hiking, skiing, and camping.
Potter Point Section House, at mile 115 on the Seward Highway is the park office.
Potter Point Section House, at mile 115 on the Seward Highway is the park office.
DNR Public Information Center
550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 1260
Anchorage, AK 99501-3557
United States
550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 1260
Anchorage, AK 99501-3557
United States
Phone 1 (907) 269-8400
Fax 1 (907) 269-8901
Eagle River - Wolf Song of Alaska, Alaska
(Near Anchorage)
Wolf Song of Alaska has a museum and education center to educate the public about the wolf. There are dioramas to show wolves in their natural habitat along with other species that call Alaska home. Exhibits focus on interactions between wolves and their prey as well as wolves' behavior and the social structure of their packs.
Wolf Song of Alaska
Box 770950
Eagle River, AK 99577
United States
Box 770950
Eagle River, AK 99577
United States
Phone 1 (907) 622-9653
Fax 1 (907) 622-9654
Era Aviation Flightseeing Tours
Era Aviation offers helicopter tours which last from 50 minutes to 2 hours and include a flight over Anchorage and the Chugach Mountains. Also offered are flights in DC-3's over Mt. McKinley, Prince William Sound, and other nearby areas.
Era Aviation, Inc.
6160 Carl Brady Drive
Anchorage, AK 99502
United States
6160 Carl Brady Drive
Anchorage, AK 99502
United States
Phone 1 (907) 266-8394
Fax 1 (907) 266-8391
H2Oasis Indoor Waterpark
H2Oasis Indoor Waterpark in Anchorage is an indoor waterpark featuring a wave pool, a 575-foot long lazy river, a Pirate Ship-themed interactive children's play area, hot tubs, and a Master Blaster uphill water coaster. Swimming and kayak lessons are also available.
H2Oasis Indoor Waterpark
1520 O'Malley Road
Anchorage, AK 99507
United States
1520 O'Malley Road
Anchorage, AK 99507
United States
Phone 1 (907) 522-4420
Fax 1 (907) 644-5625
Hours
June 1 to September 5
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 |
September 6 to May 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 15:00 | Closed | 15:00 | Closed | 15:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 20:00 | 20:00 | 20:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 |
Always opened on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
Always closed on:
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Imaginarium
The Imaginarium in Anchorage offers hands-on science and technology displays. As Alaska's only hands-on Science Center, the Imaginarium allows visitors to learn and have fun with science. There is also a reptile and marine life exhibit, bubble lab, and planetarium.
Imaginarium
625 C Street
Anchorage, AK 99501-2117
United States
625 C Street
Anchorage, AK 99501-2117
United States
Phone 1 (907) 929-9200
Fax 1 9079079299281
Hours
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
National Archives Pacific Alaska Region
The National Archives in Anchorage maintains records retired from Federal agencies and courts in Alaska. Services available to the public include genealogy and historical research with documents, photographs, maps, and architectural drawings, dating from about 1867 to the present.
National Archives Pacific Alaska Region
654 West Third Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501
United States
654 West Third Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501
United States
Phone 1 (907) 261-7820
Fax 1 (907) 261-7813
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | Closed | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Oscar Anderson House Museum
Built in 1915, this woodframed house has been restored and furnished in period with items from the Anderson family on display. Oscar Anderson proclaimed himself the 18th person to set foot in Anchorage. A guided tour provides information on the early history of Anchorage, the railroad boom, the pioneers and of course, Oscar Anderson.
Hours
May 15 to September 15
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Guides
Guided tour included with admission.
Palmer - Musk Ox Farm and Museum
The Musk Ox Farm is a non-profit organization located in Palmer. Visitors can view the animals and photograph one of the Arctic's oldest living species. Tours are available offering details on the history of the musk ox as well as how they have been domesticated.
The Musk Ox Project promotes the use of qiviut (the fine under-wool of the musk ox) in the Arctic native textile industry. Villages throughout Alaska create scarves, nachaqs (Eskimo smoke rings) and luxurious caps using traditional designs.
The Musk Ox Project promotes the use of qiviut (the fine under-wool of the musk ox) in the Arctic native textile industry. Villages throughout Alaska create scarves, nachaqs (Eskimo smoke rings) and luxurious caps using traditional designs.
Musk Ox Farm
Box 587
Palmer, AK 99645
United States
Box 587
Palmer, AK 99645
United States
Phone 1 (907) 745-4151
Fax 1 (907) 746-4831
Hours
May 9 to September 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 |
Surrounding Area
There are a number of towns and attractions in the Anchorage surrounding area which can be accessed by road or air.
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport opened in 1953 and services a number of national and international destinations. The south terminal handles domestic flights and the north terminal services international flights.
The airport was named in honor of Ted Stevens, Alaska's Senior U.S. Senator, in 2000. In 2007, the Anchorage Rental Car Center opened featuring all airport car rental concessionaires in one building.
The airport was named in honor of Ted Stevens, Alaska's Senior U.S. Senator, in 2000. In 2007, the Anchorage Rental Car Center opened featuring all airport car rental concessionaires in one building.
William A. Egan Civic and Convention Center
Named for the first elected governor of Alaska, the 45,000 square foot William A. Egan Civic and Convention Center offers a prime location for exhibits and meetings. The interior is decorated with native Alaskan art.
Check the convention center website for details on upcoming events.
Check the convention center website for details on upcoming events.
William A. Egan Civic and Convention Center
555 West Fifth Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501
United States
555 West Fifth Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501
United States
Phone 1 (907) 263-2800
Fax 1 (907) 263-2858
Wolf Museum (closed)
Due to plans to evaluate upgrading the facilities, museum, education center and museum gift shop Wolf Song will be closed until further notice.
The Wolf Museum is designed to inform the public about the wolf and dispel myths which portray the animal in a negative image. Information on the natural behavior of the wolf, photographs, and dioramas are presented.
The Wolf Museum is designed to inform the public about the wolf and dispel myths which portray the animal in a negative image. Information on the natural behavior of the wolf, photographs, and dioramas are presented.
Wolf Song of Alaska
Box 770950
Eagle River, AK 99577
United States
Box 770950
Eagle River, AK 99577
United States
Phone 1 (907) 622-9653
Fax 1 (907) 622-9654
Facilities
Gift shop
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