We arrived at the cutest museum, located right next to the water, with seaplanes constantly coming…read moreand going. The museum itself is a decent size, and we really enjoyed seeing so many different types of aircraft. One of the coolest parts was being able to walk inside one of the planes. The staff was extremely friendly, and the gentlemen restoring planes in the side building were a hoot. One of them took the time to explain how they are bringing these historic aircraft back to life using donations, which we thought was really neat. It's wonderful to see these planes preserved rather than discarded. The museum has a small gift shop, but they do not sell food or beverages. The location is fantastic because there is constant seaplane activity, and visitors can climb up to the tower for beautiful views of the surrounding area. Overall, we highly recommend this attraction, especially for families with kiddos who love planes. It was a fun and unique experience, and we would definitely visit again!

Finally got the chance to visit the Alaska Aviation Museum after passing by it numerous times over…read morethe years. This is a OK museum; if you are not an airplane enthusiast, you may find it a bit small and boring, but otherwise, it's a neat experience for those who are into aviation. There's a lot of different planes to look at here, from old airliners and single engine piston planes to military aircraft. The Alaska 737 and the mockup of a tower cab were both particularly interesting. There's a small kid's area that would probably keep younger kids entertained for 30 minutes or so. The admission price of $18 is a bit steep for what you get; I would prefer more like $14-$15 based on the size of the museum.

I was in town for a conference and we were asked to attend this tour so I was not turning down a…read morefree tour in Alaska. It was nothing I expected our tour guide. Matt was amazing for such a young man. He has lived an amazing life. I am Yurok and Hoopa from Northern California and it was so empowering to see this young man share the knowledge not only did he learn, but he has lived it!!!

Alaska native Heritage center - this was cool and informative. We saw dance demonstrations and a…read moreyoung man showing us a traditional competition. We learned about the different style of homes the natives built and lived in. And how they were treated when the government took over in 1800's to indoctrinate them into western ways. If you've watched Yellowstone than this is seeing it come to life even more with the photos and details. This was an enjoyable visit and I highly recommend.

I had kind of forgot about our little gem of a theater Cyrano's!…read more To be completely honest the last time I went to a play here was when it was still downtown. I feel terrible I've neglected our wonderful little art house. The theater itself is so perfect and intimate, you feel absolutely immersed in the action when you're there. The volunteer staff is as friendly as could be, and amazingly helpful. The concession stand features LOCAL soda brewer Beach Tribe Sodas by Mike Jipping as well as Alaska made chocolates. They also have complimentary bottled water for patrons. The ticket prices are very reasonable. *pro tip- call them directly to purchase your tickets and skip the "booking fee" center ticks charges.

This is a terrific local theater with well curated shows and delightful acting. The theater is…read morequite small and probably sits somewhere in the vicinity of 75-100 people. This means there really isn't a bad seat in the house. I was introduced to Cyranos in December of 2022 when I came for The Twelfth Night. The ability of actors and actresses to perform Shakespeare is, to my understanding, the measuring stick of truly superb acting. And the performers were excellent. They applied well thought out subtext and demonstrated an excellent command of the original language. I was hooked and could not wait to return for more plays. Since then, I have returned for two additional plays: The Book Club and First Day, the Musical. In addition to great acting and singing, the stage designs show an attention to detail and lots of forethought. Each time, I feel like I am walking into a brand new setting. Add the excellent lighting and sound folks back stage, and it's a truly amazing experience. Every performance I have viewed also comes with a new and exciting art gallery on display. The artwork is always intriguing. Additionally, they have a box office with coffee, tea, locally made soda, and a few snacks. I highly recommend this theater. They are doing an excellent job. I will caution you on one thing: parking. It is sort of a nightmare. This is not the place to try and show up at the last minute. Come early and expect there to be some Tetris involved in finding a spot. In winter with large snowfall, the road where many park becomes even more difficult to navigate.

ANNIE AN ABSOLUTE FUN NIGHT!!!!…read more Last night I went to opening night for the musical ANNIE. There was so much laughter in the theater, along with pure enjoyment of the performance on stage. Opening night was full. The audience enjoyed every bit as did I. Sure it was community theater but much better than a night of TV or movie theater. Everyone who enjoys being entertained should make the effort to go. Not enough of Anchorage remembers what a gift we have in the PAC. It was built with oil money that rolled in during the late 80's. The PAC and the shows that are produced there are great gifts to our city. I cannot say enough about the young and experienced talent in this show. The artists that designed the sets used their talented skills to the highest level. They do so much with so little resources. The chorus talent was highly trained. They did not miss a beat. The amazing and talented Annie (a remarkable 13 year old) projected her voice right to us in the very back row. She led the production flawlessly while maintaining her A level grades. Please take the time and enjoy this show. You will get lost in the enjoyment of the play as time flies by and you emerge thoroughly relaxed, in a great mood and highly entertained.

I learned something. Something others should be made aware of…read more The Alaska performing arts has three separate theaters. If you're running late (like we were the last time) and you go in the main doors, you may find yourself being ushered in toward another set of doors adding to the already sinking feeling of being behind. A couple points to note: There are three theaters. The Sydney Laurence, the Atwood, and the Discovery theater. On several (but not all) doors there a list of what plays are where. The main doors lead to the Atwood. A side door around the side of the theater on 6th Avenue leads to the Laurence and Discovery theaters. Since I have now seen performances in all three theaters, I feel confident with all the remaining shows I plan to see. Just hope this helps everyone else.

I came here to watch Hamilton on a weekday as I was in town and staying nearby…read more The concert hall isn't that big compared to other theaters in Chicago but performance was great. Restroom: The lines get really long during intermission so if you get out there late, you may miss part of the show/musical. The water fountain near the women's restroom doesn't work well and there will be a line for the water fountain near the men's restroom because it works. :( small inconveniences here..

Surprised by the negative reviews for the Atwood. Anchorage is lucky to have a theater this nice!…read more This is the largest venue in the Alaska Center (for the performing arts). I usually go here at least once a year for the December Arctic Entries. Acoustics are great, getting in-and-out is easy, there aren't many bad seats in the house. The space is beautifully maintained (probably partially because no food or drink besides water is allowed inside) and ushers are always friendly.

This is a beautiful stop to take in wonder expressions of nature on paved pathways. Easily…read moreaccessible for all. The plants have been arranged and cared for in a way that really sets a mark for a visit to Anchorage.

I LOVE the ABG, they have so many amazing seasonal events and educational series you could spend…read morealmost everyday there and never get bored. The spring and summer blooms are absolutely beautiful, and in the winter they have spooky autumn walks and holiday themed Christmas light walks. It's affordable to get in and even more affordable to buy a family pass. If you haven't stopped by you should give it a try. Keep your eye on their socials for upcoming events, they do sell out fast so if you see one you want to go to jump on it.

What a cool little theater. I have been to a couple of shows here and each time it's been…read morefantastic. The show and the guest speaker is a real treat. I try to sit on the last row if I can to make it easier to see the projection. Would come again and recommend. I don't think I've paid more than $10/ticket so it's a cheap night out.

As always, 3 Barons is an event our family looks forward to and enjoys immensely. Lots of laughter,…read morelearning and great food and frolic, which are an excellent combination. Some of my favorite food trucks always come to this event - Russian and Turkish foods. I also tried a new one this year, yummy crab cakes! I really enjoy the SCA fighting demos. In the evening add a touch of mead and bawdy pirate tunes and it makes for a perfect day.