Alaska State Museum Review

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Alaska State Museum

Fodor's Review:

This is one of Alaska's finest museums. Native-Alaskan buffs will enjoy examining the 38-foot walrus-hide umiak (an open, skin-covered Eskimo boat). Natural-history exhibits include preserved brown bears and a two-story-high eagle nesting tree. Russian-American and gold rush displays, and contemporary art complete the collection. Be sure to visit the cramped gift shop with its extraordinary selection of native art, including baskets, carvings, and masks.

  • Cost: $5
  • Open: Mid-May-mid-Sept., daily 8:30-5:30; mid-Sept.-mid-May, Tues.-Sat. 10-4
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