Very elegant display in the rugged setting of Juneau. The history on display is unique to the natives of Alaska and additionally introduces the fishing industry and how it has revolutionized salmon processing in the port communities. I included some snaps of the lovely gift shop as well.

Very nice and clean. Had to make an appointment due to CV-19 but it was rather quiet which I prefer. Interesting exhibits we actually ran out of time! Would go back!

A relatively small museum, it teaches a lot about all major aspects of the history of Alaska and Alaskan natives. Reasonably critical, too. You can easily spend 2–4 interesting hours here. On this day in July 2020, we were told they had actually just started to accept walk-ins after the initial COVID-19-related closure this year, and they graciously let us finish our visit past the officials closing time of 4pm. Highly recommended!

Chock full of history and artifacts on Alaska. Good display of animals though a bit packed in a tall display so hard to see those 20 feet up. Lots of Native American history covered.

Informative and can easily spend half a day inside

What is Alaskas biggest most grandiose Museum. However, it was certainly not the best.To be politically correct with all its exhibits Limited both the accuracy and information value of this Museum.Large open display with way more placards and signage than actual exhibits dominate. Many interesting exhibits have little or no information on the actual artifact, especially once you get away from Indian artifacts into industrial or historical artifactsThere has been more money spent on this museum than all of the museums in the entire rest of the state but the result although very highbrow is not worthy of the money spent and the potential wasted when one views what could have been done with the same money and spaceVery pretty Museum very modern and openly laid out, but although very pretty it was fairly shallow in many areas.

Fun and interesting. So much history to learn about, one day is certainly not enough.

Lots of cool information in there. We went on a rainy day, it was a good 2 hours spent learning about alaska history

My favorite part was the native American history, so rich and colorful. So sad how many things have been lost.

Absolutely amazing. Very informative about Alaska history.

Im from Juneau and really impressed with the new Museum. Its really great to have to teach people about the state, its indigenous peoples and history. Strongly recommend a visit.

Interesting place for an interesting state

Many good artifacts

I was really blown away by such a rich history of this lovely state. My family and I learned a lot.

This place is awesome with such a variety of things to see.

The permanent collection at the Alaska State Museum is lovely, wonderful history! The current Ray Troll exhibit is extremely well done. Allow enough time to enjoy both - you will not be disappointed! Kudos to all at the museum, job well done!

I couldnt believe how low priced this museum is for the quality. The new building is beautiful and the exhibits are fascinating, culturally educational, and very well created.Definitely one of my favorite activities while in the city

Fairly inexpensive entry. Well worth an hour or two. They had a nice assortment of native and Russian artifacts to tell the story and timeline of Alaska.

One of the best state history museums Ive ever seen...and Im a certified historian.

Many fascinating artifacts covering the history of Alaska. Special focus on Native American artwork and historical artifacts, as well as coal, oil, and an interesting section about WWII. History lessons I never learned in school!

Fantastic collection of Native Alaskan history and artifacts. Sample rocks of the mining activities in Alaska. A very interesting and beautifully organized museum. Love it!

Very nice museum! The museum was on the smaller side bur had so much to offer! The staff were very friendly and helpful as well!

A gem for sure. So well done.

Dont miss this look into Alaskas history. A very well done snap shot of Alaska through the years.

A must see! No museum could include all the history of the great land now called Alaska, but this museum comes close. History of Alaska all the way from first humans to McCain Palin campaign. Highlights included first American flag flown in 1867 really to many to list here. Visiting on a ship or Alaska native well worth the 12 dollar admission.

Beautiful building, we held an event here and it was fantastic.

Awesome museum with great exhibits! Lots of things to see and learn!

Excellent museum focused on the indigenous/Russian/American timeframes. Lots of artifacts, good explanatory signage. Need 2 hours for a full visit.

Amazing artifacts and displays!

Lots of interesting history on Alaska. I spent 2 hours and could have been there much longer. For only $12, well worth it.

Definitely worth the stop. History and culture very rich and educational.

What an amazing museum for such a reasonable price! There is a fantastic collection of artifacts with thorough descriptions of each item. Wish we had had more time to spend there!!

A beautiful place to learn about the last frontier.

The Alaska State Museum had a lot of beatutiful items that were properly displayed. The reason I gave it 4 stars (and considered 3) was the lack of description and in my opinion, unorganized information. Unlike some other museums, there were no numbers to reference item information. It lacked information such as who or where items came from, what they were made from, and what they were used for.

Nicely done

Wonderful museum. The curators know everything about the articles on display. There is super cool interactive touch screen displays that tell you all about everything in the section youre in. There is free admission every Friday for locals. I went on a field trip with one of my kids but soon visited on my own because I thought it was that interesting. You can learn a lot about this great state we live in.

Very nice museum. If you visit Juno dont forget to pass by. Very close from the cruises dock.

Was amazing 10 years ago when I lived in Juneau. Spectacular now!!

Beautifully designed and organized! Great childrens area - nteractive with childrens art.

Very well done museum. It covers evry aspects of Alaska and Juneau history. Great job.

Fabulous museum it does heart of Juneau

Great place! I learned a lot! Really cold inside though so dress warm!

I’m so happy!

Awesome

Only had two hours, but could have spent all day. Very enjoyable and informative. Learned a lot about our 49th state. Well laid out.

A MUST VISIT for anyone in Juneau. This museum was renovated a few years ago and is just gorgeous. Kids are always free (thank you!) and so are military families/service members. Take time to walk the history of Alaskas First People, industry, and journey to statehood. Kids will enjoy an art area just for them.

Beautiful and sadly informative about Alaskas history. Lovely displays. As a Christ follower I especially appreciated the apology letter from the Presbyterian church

Beautiful museum. Lots of information and artifacts. Would take several visits to really take in everything. Worth a visit!!

A real delight and I learned so much about Alaska.

Great place to take the kids..

Fantastic.

Fabulous museum displaying the history of Alaska. A must see in Juneau.

Really interesting in depth presentation of Alaska. I wish I had more time here.

Fantastic collection of first nations as well as an interesting look at Alaska during the 2nd world war.

Very nice museum well organized and covering a wide range of topics. To me the most impressive was the native culture exhibits. I would have wished for a little more lights on some exhibits, even some activated by the viewer. But the information provided were clear and relevant.

This museum does a great job of depicting relevant history of the native people and the subsequent changes when first the Russians and then the Americans came to Alaska. Beautiful Artifacts. The documentary on the SS Princess Sophia is well worth the time.

Hugh collection of artifacts, well displayed, and informative. Very educational.

Very nice layout to the museum. Starts you out with the native Eskimos going through the Russian period to the America period.

Great place for anyone new to or visiting Alaska!

Really a top rate museum! The artifacts are all well documented and curated into compelling exhibits telling an excellent story. Even though it seems small, perhaps it was the way the rooms are laid out, you wont be able to get thru it in just one visit.

One of the most interesting places Ive been!

Very worthwhile. Children especially loved the fossil program.

It covers a lot of history and many things to see. It only takes an hour so it is worth the time.

Fascinating experience. Great displays. Loved the fossils

Very well put together. Loved it.

Nice museum. Lots of cultural and prehistoric stuff.

Great exhibits and really good coffee shop on location

Wonderful state-of-the-art exhibits especially the fossil section and the interactive globe

Wonderful exhibit on the different native communities. Beautiful artifacts.

This was a really great museum. Totally worth the cost to go in.

So much history and amazing native artifacts.

Small and interesting museum in downtown area near the cruiseship port. Great for a two hours self-guided tour while cruise ship is in port.There is a wonderful display of native animals at the entrance and lots of artifacts, including totem poles, boats, weapons, oil pipeline and more. Also, there is a section that addresses the historical discrimination against native people. It is definitely worth the small entry fee.Cruiseship passengers should make the short WALK there (10 minutes). Exit port and walk to the left on main street.

Staff was very helpful. Nice and clean free parking.

Very interesting a good place to check it out.

Much smaller than the Anchorage museum, but very well done

The museum is a wonderful place to visit.

Interesting! Lots of displays, little seating, no movie?

A great museum... very informative...

Great museum! With archives and research center on second floor. Very helpful staff.

Love it! Definitely recommend for locals and tourists of all ages.

This museum provides unlimited wifi to all visitors. My moms phone required wifi to complete the updates, but the wifi on the cruise is slow and expensive. Her phone couldnt function without the updates. My mom doesnt speak English and couldnt get her phone work, and I werent there with her. She went to the museum, and the lady working in the museum store is very helpful. My mom didnt get her name, but the lady there helped her to reset the phone by connecting to the museum wifi. Finally, my moms phone is functional again.The museum is amazing and have a lot of exhibits. Definitely worth to spend a couple of hours there.

What a beautiful museum

This museum is pretty small given its the State museum, but it does have some interesting items.

Great museum with tremendous exhibits from ancient times to the present. Very well done! Highly recommend.

This is a fantastic introduction to Alaska with wonderful exhibits and Interactive technology. Whether you are a resident of Alaska or a tourist in for a visit, you must put this on your itinerary. It is a great introduction to any Alaskan Adventure giving great insight to first nation culture and the Alaskan journey to statehood. You wont want to miss it.

Very nice museum, lobby and building.

Aesthetically impressive and brilliantly informative. Absolutely befitting the state capitol of our greatest state.

Wonderful and informative museum.

Excellent displays, kid friendly options, inexpensive, and very educational.

Lots of memorabilia and interesting archive.

Very informative and great place to learn the history of Alaska. Did not know Japan tried to attack us through Alaska...

Awesome

Excellent exhibits of Alaskas history from the native Tlingit population till today. Worth seeing!

If you wanna know about how Juneau City founded, The Gold Rush, The Culture and Nature and Wilderness it is the right place to go.

Nice museum.

Great place to learn some interesting stories from Alaskas history. Its a short walk from where the cruise ships dock, and there is a bus station across the street with buses that will take you to Glacier Gardens or near to Mendenhall, so its a good alternative to paying for an expensive cruise ship excursion.

I ️ this museum!

Fantastic worth every penny great tours given spend a day or two especially if the weather is cold and rainy.

Beautifully displayed history!

Great place to learn about Alaska. Highly recommend spending time here.