Polar Nights First Fridays

Launch your weekend at the museum first Fridays

Join us the first Friday evening of each month when admission is free 6 to 9 p.m. and galleries are open with after-hours programming, live music and more.

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First Friday at the Anchorage Museum

6 - 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7 — In-Person

Bring the whole family to enjoy free admission to the galleries, create in the Art Lab, or view rapid space shorts in the planetarium.  ArtLab –...

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ArtLab – Free Create First Friday: Funny Valentines

6 - 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7 — In-Person

Create fun and colorful valentines for friends, family and loved ones during Free Create First Friday. All ages are welcome; an adult must accompany children....

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2025 Alaska Triennial: Juror Lecture

6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7 — In-Person

Hear from juror Mary Bradshaw as she reflects on works and themes featured in the 2025 Alaska Triennial. Through a blind jury process, 47 artists...

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Gallery Talk: Sugpiaq And Unangax̂ Cultural Belongings

6:30, 7 & 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7 — In-Person

The Unangax̂ and Sugpiaq peoples are noted for their maritime culture and trade activity extending throughout much of coastal Alaska. Join us in the Smithsonian...

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Planetarium Show: "Rapid Space Shorts"

6:30 p.m., 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m., 8 p.m., 8:30 p.m. Friday, February 7 — In-Person

These quick planetarium experiences range from constellation tours of the night sky and cruising around the solar system to learning about light and the aurora...

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