APK Building Marks 10 Years With Free Family Fair Saturday

The Alaska State Museum opens its doors Saturday, June 27, for a free public celebration marking 10 years since the opening of the Andrew P. Kashevaroff Building.

The fair runs from 1 to 4 p.m. in the APK plaza or atrium at 395 Whittier St. No registration is required and admission is free. Activities include a marine mammal matching game, yarn wish sticks, a pop-up planetarium, salmon hats, pop art, bracelet making, a sensory table, free books, balloon animals, and more. The Friends of the Alaska State Library, Archives, and Museum will provide cake while supplies last.

Organizers describe the event as "an afternoon of celebration, creativity, and hands-on fun," according to the Alaska State Libraries, Archives, and Museum event listing.

Admission and Hours

Regular museum admission is $14 for adults and $13 for seniors 65 and older. Visitors 18 and younger enter free. Summer hours run Tuesday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Monday from 1 to 4:30 p.m. The museum can be reached at (907) 465-2901 and the APK Building at (907) 465-4837.