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AK History and Alaska Native Culture at the Alaska State Museum, Juneau

The Alaska State Museum in Juneau is a good place to visit to learn some Alaska history and engage with Alaska Native art. Located just outside of the main downtown area, the walk is worth it and it's a great addition to a visit to Juneau.

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Activities Southeast Alaska

Sealaska Heritage Institute: a Great Tlingit Art and Culture Experience in Juneau

The Sealaska Heritage Institute in Juneau, Alaska is a great place to see both modern and antique Tlingit art. With stories and exhibits, the Sealaska Center is a good place to visit with kids when you're in Juneau.

Activities Anchorage Area

The Anchorage Museum: Beautiful Art and Alaska Native Culture

The Anchorage Museum is a great place to experience both Alaskan art and Alaska Native culture. The combination of history, local Alaska art and a Smithsonian collection of Native Alaska exhibits make it an ideal addition to your time in Anchorage.

Pond and Outdoor Space at Alaska Native Heritage Center Anchorage 1

Activities Anchorage Area

Visiting the Fascinating Alaska Native Heritage Center in Anchorage

The Alaska Native Heritage Center is a great addition to a trip through Anchorage, AK. Located just outside of town this is an ideal spot to learn about the indigenous peoples of Alaska and see interesting exhibits about current and past Alaska Native cultural practices.

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Activities Kenai Peninsula

Russian River: the Kenai Peninsula’s Best Spot for Bears, Salmon and Eagles

The Russian River on the Kenai Peninsula is one of the best places in Southcentral Alaska for seeing brown bears and bald eagles. Famous for its salmon runs, see what else you can do on the Russian River besides fishing, including trails and wildlife watching.

Mendenhall Glacier from Lake Tongass National Forest Juneau Alaska 2

Activities Southeast Alaska

Visiting Mendenhall Glacier, a Beautiful Juneau Must-See

Mendenhall Glacier near Juneau is a beautiful day trip from town with accessible trails, a great visitor center and awesome waterfall. See hiking options, ways to visit the glacier and more tips for adding Mendenhall to your time in Juneau.

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Activities MatSu Valley

The Musk Ox Farm in Palmer – a Unique Alaskan Experience

The Musk Ox Farm in Palmer is a one of a kind place to visit, sharing one of the most unique creatures in Alaska. Learn about the musk ox, qiviut (wool) and more with a visit to this fun farm.

Rob Taylor with Close up Caribou nose at Reindeer Farm in Palmer Alaska 1

Activities MatSu Valley

Visiting the Reindeer Farm in Palmer – Great for Kids and Adults

The Reindeer Farm in Palmer is a fun place to visit in summer or winter. Get up close with reindeer (native to Alaska) and learn about what makes them so special, as well as meet other animals.

Activities Travel Planning

Getting Great Northern Lights Photos in Alaska (or anywhere else!)

Getting great Northern Lights photos or just having a beautiful Aurora Borealis experience is one of the joys of visiting Alaska in the off-season. Here you'll find tips and tricks for capturing the colors and details of the Northern Lights in pictures.