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History • Culture • Art
A nonprofi t organization
E x p e r i e n c e A l a s k a' s
N a t i v e P e o p l e
alaskanative.net
ALASKA NATIVE HERITAGE CENTER
alaskanative.net
A premier cultural center sharing the rich heritage of
Alaska's cultural groups. Visitors experience Alaska Native
culture first-hand during live demonstrations of song,
dance & art. Stroll through six authentic life-sized Native
village sites & learn about the traditions of indigenous
people of Alaska. 8800 Heritage Center Dr., Anchorage,
AK 99504. 800-315-6608. ;
ANCHORAGE MUSEUM
anchoragemuseum.org
Alaska's largest museum tells the real story of the North.
Explore Alaska Native cultures with collection from
the Smithsonian. Expansive interactive history gallery.
A science discovery center has marine life tanks, a
planetarium and more. Anchorage Museum Store named
among the world's 10 best by Conde Nast Traveler.
On-site cafe. Anchoragemuseum.org for hours and rates.
Downtown Anchorage, corner of 6th Ave & C St. ;
PAINT A SCARF ALASKA
paintascarf.com
Paint the northern lights on a silk scarf. It's easy - no
artistic skill needed. We meet in an Alaska log home
on a bubbling creek-just 30 minutes from downtown
Anchorage. Your three-hour experience includes
instructions, supplies and refreshments. Great for families
and friends to enjoy together. Go home with a scarf to
wear-and a story to tell. 907-229-1702.
Various Activities
VISIT ANCHORAGE
visitanchorage.net
Wildlife encounters, glacier views and trails stretching
beyond the horizon: Anchorage is the jumping off point
for it all. With the widest variety of road and rail tours,
day cruises and sightseeing flights, Anchorage combines
the best of Alaska's activities with a city of vibrant cultural
attractions. Enjoy a year-round destination that shines in
any season. 907-257-2360. ;
Where To Ask
Visitor Centers
Copper River
Valley &
Wrangell -
St. Elias
National Park
Copper Center
Where To Stay
Wilderness Lodges & Resorts
COPPER RIVER PRINCESS
WILDERNESS LODGE
princesslodges.com
On a bluff overlooking the Copper and Klutina rivers
with spectacular views of the Wrangell and St. Elias
mountain ranges. e lodge features the area's best dining
at the restaurant and lounge. Tour desk, gi shop and
espresso bar. e lodge borders the largest national park
in the U.S., Wrangell-St. Elias, which has 14 peaks over
14,000 . Call 800-426-0500. ;
SOUTHCENTRAL
ANCHORAGE
AREA
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COPPER
RIVER
VALLEY
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WRANGELL
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ST.
ELIAS
NATIONAL
PARK
