Source: anchorage.net · last verified 2026-11-09
The Alaska Veterans Museum invites the public to a free day on Veterans Day, November 11, 2026. Doors open at 10:00 a.m. and remain open until 5:00 p.m., giving families, students, and anyone interested a chance to explore Alaska’s unique military heritage.
Located at 411 W. 4th Ave, Suite 201 in Anchorage, the museum spans 2,400 sq ft across ten rooms. Exhibits highlight the Alaska Territorial Guard, the Alaska Scouts, the Black Wolf Squadron, Tlingit Code Talkers, the Japanese bombing of Dutch Harbor, the Aleutian Islands campaigns, the Alaska‑Canada (ALCAN) highway, and the U.S.–Russian Lend‑Lease program, among other pivotal stories.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit run entirely by volunteers, the museum’s mission is to preserve, honor, and share Alaska’s military history while inspiring future generations. Admission is free for the entire day, making it an ideal outing for veterans, families, and history enthusiasts alike.
- Date: November 11, 2026
- Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Location: Alaska Veterans Museum, 411 W. 4th Ave, Suite 201, Anchorage, AK 99501
- Cost: Free
Come honor the service of Alaska’s military members and discover the stories that shaped the state and the nation.
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