Anchorage Museums

This is a private, non-aligned, non-profit corporation committed to accomplishing a new and more tolerant perception of the wolf through familiarization and education. Wolf Song of Alaska provides many education programs including local school programs and visits by the well known educator, "Wolfman/Critterman,". Also, in 1991, Wolf Song of Alaska hosted the exhibit "Wolves & Humans" in Anchorage, Alaska. Wolf Song is also developing a 340-500 acre wolf observation facility located within the Anchorage area. The aims of this facility include a focus on the educational and scientific aspects of the wolf.

Museum of history and culture preserving the art and cultural expression of Alaska and the circumpolar North.

This center features exhibits and interactive games on Alaska's past, cultural development and influences, and its natural components (animals and environment).

Delve into Alaska's aviation history at this museum, which showcases a number of vintage aircrafts. A variety of aviation gifts are available on site.

This center serves to preserve and celebrate native culture handed down verbally through generations.

Get a look into the life of Oscar Anderson, a Swedish immigrant that constructed the first permanent frame house in Anchorage in 1915. The house contains original pieces and a guided tour also provides insight into some Anchorage history.

The Alaska Heritage Library and Museum is situated within the Wells Fargo Bank on Northern Lights Boulevard. Visitors will find a collection of native artifacts, paintings by Alaskan artists and a library of rare titles. Admission to this attraction is free.

The Museum of Natural History in Anchorage showcases dinosaurs and offers tours and events for children aged two and up. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 9 to 5.

Research Alaska's history, genealogy and more at this depository for records from federal agencies. The collection includes textural records, photos, microfilm and maps from Alaska's past.

A trip to the Alaska State Troopers Museum will provide insight into the history of law enforcement in Alaska. Exhibits and displays include old photographs and memorabilia including antiques such as a restored 1952 Hudson Hornet vehicle, old wire-tapping devices, radios and more.

Discover the history of Russian America (now Alaska) through this museum's collection of artifacts dating from the eighteenth century. Still an active chapel, the Russian Orthodox Museum also features a gift shop and cafe.

The Imaginarium is a hands-on science discovery centre for children and families. Highlights include marine tanks, reptile exhibits, a planetarium and the Bubble Lab.