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Alaska Native Heritage Center

8800 Heritage Center Dr, Anchorage, AK 99506
907 330 8000
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Ranked #7 of 96 attractions in Anchorage
Type: Educational Sites, Historic Sites
Activities: Arts and crafts, Dining, Antiques
Owner description: Alaskan native culture is presented through storytelling, dancing, craft-making and simulated, life-sized villages representing each of the five main... more » Owner description: Alaskan native culture is presented through storytelling, dancing, craft-making and simulated, life-sized villages representing each of the five main indigenous groups. « less
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Activities for older children
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

We really enjoyed the center. I thought the whole center was very well done. But what impresses me the most were the people working there. Every person was so engaged with teaching you about their native heritage from the oldest person to the guy that worked at the gift shop. Great experience.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

This was a nice way to spend a few hours learning about the Alaska's history. There were plenty of artifacts and the outside displays were first rate. These displays really brought home the lives of the Alaska natives.

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Culpeper, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

everyone should visit this gem, very educational, and entertaining... a must see on any visit to anchorage

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Kannapolis, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

This was well worth the money. When I was there, there were a group of natives that shared their story and their native dance. It was amazing to see. Everyone should go if your in Anchorage.

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North Houston, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

The history of Alaska and the Native Community is exquisitely displayed and explained! What a wonderful surprise! You will enjoy it!

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Geneva, Switzerland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

I had a quick visit and a long interview with Michelle, one of the researchers there. I can't wait to go back there in the Summer when I can really visit the full the center in full operation.. check their opening dates as you cannot visit the center in the winter!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

Informative and interesting. Worth having a look and taking time to watch the performances. We enjoyed the showing of Alaskan sports. Very talented. Without the performances this would of benn a disappointment.

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Bloomington, Indiana
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013

We didn't get to spend a lot of time there, but the native dancers were very entertaining. You'll learn a lot about Alaska's first inhabitants & how they are trying to preserve their culture.

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Palmer, Alaska
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2013

We have visited many times and always learn something new. The booths of Native handiwork are amazing. The creation of stunning artwork is accomplished using native plants ,rocks and animals. The dance demonstrations are not to be missed. You will never find another type of dancing such as this. Great for all members of the family. A real treasure. Be... More

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Northbrook, Illinois
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

The Alaska Native Heritage center provided a good overview of native life for me and my preteen / teenage sons. The place is small enough to walk around in an hour or so. Also small enough so you can see and experience it all without losing interest of the boys. We went mid-week so there was not many demonstrations going... More

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