anchorage culture

The Anchorage Museum is one of the premier cultural institutions in Alaska — home to the Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center, major Alaska art collections, and the Discovery Center for families. Here's what to see and how to plan your visit.

Plan a meaningful Anchorage culture day with Alaska Native Heritage Center tips, museum pairings, and local advice for respectful visits.

Discover the Anchorage traditions locals wait for every year, from breakup season bike rides to solstice festivals, First Friday, and market weekends.