Anchorage Museum and Imaginarium Discovery Center, Anchorage

Anchorage Museum and Imaginarium Discovery Center, Anchorage (must see)

The Anchorage Museum and Imaginarium Discovery Center in Anchorage stands as a dynamic institution dedicated to exploring the rich tapestry of Alaska's art, history, ethnography, ecology, and science. Opened in 1968, the museum initially operated in a modest 10,000-square-foot building. Today, it spans an impressive 170,000 square feet, housing a vast collection of 25,000 artifacts and 500,000 historical photographs, while hosting over 180,000 visitors annually. The museum's growth has seen the inclusion of the Smithsonian's Arctic Studies Center, which facilitates research, educational programming, and exhibitions that delve into the lives and traditions of northern peoples.

With dedicated galleries for Alaska's history and art, as well as diverse exhibitions from around the world, the museum is a leading cultural center in Anchorage. Its permanent displays include the Alaska History Gallery and the Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center, showcasing Alaska Native artifacts on long-term loans. The museum's focus on educating the public is evident in the annual 16-20 rotating exhibitions and myriad programs, lectures, and interactive events aimed at enriching the community's understanding of global and Alaskan culture.

The Imaginarium Discovery Center, part of the Anchorage Museum, brings science to life through hands-on exhibits. Visitors can experience a simulated earthquake, interact with live marine animals in a touch tank, and explore the stars in the planetarium. Its engaging science labs, designed for all ages, encourage experimentation and discovery, providing visitors, especially young patrons, with a Science Passport to document their journey and earn invites to future family workshops. This all-ages space combines technology, interactive installations, and art to deepen understanding of Alaska and the Arctic, making it a memorable, immersive experience for locals and tourists alike.

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Sight Name: Anchorage Museum and Imaginarium Discovery Center
Sight Location: Anchorage, USA (See walking tours in Anchorage)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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Anchorage Introduction Walking Tour

Walking Tours in Anchorage, Alaska

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Anchorage Introduction Walking Tour

Anchorage was settled in 1914 and incorporated as a city six years later. It was named after a hardware and clothing store that was held in a dry-docked steamship nearby. That store was called "The Anchorage." The city holds almost half of the population of Alaska and is one of the largest cities by area in the United States.

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles

Anchorage Historical Buildings

As a perfect basecamp for exploring much of what Alaska has to offer, Anchorage is the font of the state鈥檚 history. The Downtown鈥檚 convenient grid pattern 鈥� compact enough to be walked by curious visitors ready to explore the 49th state's largest and most important city 鈥� was set up at the same time as the construction started on the Government Hill neighborhood in 1915.

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles

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