Kids & Families

 

Experience something new together

Two children sit at a table working on an art project,

The museums offers a variety of programs for all ages to explore Alaska’s science, art, culture and history through hands-on activities.

Museum members get in free all year!

Check the calendar for a list of upcoming events, view the , or .

 

 Coming to the museum with your family?
Explore the galleries with our activity sheets!
FAMILY PROGRAMS

Discover and create with monthly themesChild and adult making art at Early Explorers.

Discover science, history, culture, and art through hands-on investigations, crafts, and games. Explore a different theme every month! For more information, go to the Family Programs page.


FAMILY DAYS

Science, art, history, and culture in your handsA visitor explores specimens from the collection.

Connect with the museum during our monthly themed Family Days! Meet curators, scientists, and other experts.  Enjoy hands-on activities, including take-home crafts, games, and experiments.  All ages are welcome! For more information, go to the Family Days page.

Guests 14 and under are free on Family Days.
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TEEN WORKSHOPS

Two teenagers sit at a table working on a faux taxidermy project.Explore the relationships between art and science

ARTSci Workshops are designed for teens to explore connections between art and science, discover new skills, and create something to take home. Register for one workshop, or the whole series. For ages 13-18.  For more information, go to the ARTSci Workshops page.

 

MUSEUM SLEEPOVER 

Spend a night at the museum

Sleepover logoJoin us for after-hours special activities and gallery explorations. Create, explore, and sleep among the exhibits. An evening snack and light breakfast are provided.
For 7-13 year olds with accompanying adult (1 adult can accompany up to 3 kids).

Check back soon for information on next year's sleepover!
For more information, go to the Sleepover page.

FAMILY WORKSHOPS

Learn something newParents and child work together at an art workshop.

Explore art with a skilled instructor and bring home a one-of-a-kind creation! Designed for children working with an adult. Check out the workshops page.

  

 

SPECIAL EXHIBITS

Enjoy special exhibits year roundBanner Ad for Expedition Alaska Special Exhibit.

Special exhibits explore a variety of subjects. Interactive elements make exhibits enjoyable for the whole family. For more information, go to the exhibits page.

 
FAMILY ROOM

Be curiousChild playing with dinosaur toys in the family room.

Our Family Room is a place for children and adults to explore, play, and relax. Hands-on objects, toys, puzzles, and books encourage investigation and discoveries.

Included with museum admission. Open daily.

Support UAMN Public Programs

You can help connect children and adults to museum science, culture, and art through a donation. For more information, please see our Giving page.