Alaska State Centennial Museum

The Alaska State Centennial Museum is a building in Juneau that houses collections on natural history, indigenous peoples, and Alaska's artistic heritage. The building contains several gallery spaces organized to show objects related to different periods and aspects of the state's development.

The museum was established to preserve artifacts from the Gold Rush and document Alaska's transformation from a territory into a state. Its collections show how the region changed dramatically through mining, settlement, and political development.

The galleries display artwork by Alaska artists alongside Native crafts and objects that reveal how indigenous communities have created and expressed themselves over time. Walking through these spaces, you encounter the living artistic traditions that continue to shape the region today.

The building is located in downtown Juneau and is easy to reach on foot, with parking available nearby for those arriving by car. It is helpful to check opening hours before your visit, as these may vary by season.

The museum displays minerals and specimens from local mines, revealing the resources that fueled Juneau's economic growth. These materials tell the story of how deeply mining shaped both the landscape and the lives of those who lived here.

Location: Juneau

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10:00-16:00

Website: http://museums.state.ak.us/asm/asmhome.html

GPS coordinates: 58.30025,-134.41528

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:07