Now Open
This winter, visit two museums at once.
The Fairbanks Children's Museum is partnering with the UA Museum of the North to offer a long-term exhibit in our auditorium that's open daily through April 30. You'll get access to new exhibits, an expanded creativity center, even birthday parties.
For more information about the Fairbanks Children's Museum, call 374-6873.
Museum Events
In addition to the events listed below, the museum offers short-term exhibits throughout the year. Visit the Special Exhibits page for information on current and upcoming exhibits.
Denali Art & Science Workshops
Friday, October 4 and Sunday, October 6
Creativtiy as big as Denali! Explore the intersection of art & science at these workshops designed for kids of all ages. The youngest will make their own paintbrushes and explore texture and size. Elementary school kids will get inspired by rocks and the geology of Denali. Teens can explore the science of Denali. Space is limited.
To register, follow this link to the Denali Workshops page.
Behind-the-Scenes Tours
Fridays @12pm
October 18 - December 13
Join us for a guided tour through the collections, research labs, and workshops at the museum. You'll meet researchers and explore the objects we care for. Recommended for ages 14 and up. Call 474-7505 to reserve space.
Halloween * Thursday, October 31
Costumed superheroes, zombies, and scary monsters of all kinds are invited to the annual Halloween celebration at the University of Alaska Museum of the North from 4 to 7pm on Thursday, October 31.
Watch science experiments in action. See bones and bugs, bats and birds. Tour the museum's research labs and explore the galleries.
Admission is free with a donation of canned food for the Fairbanks Community Food Bank.
For more information, call 474-7505.
Family Days * Noon to 4 pm
DINOS Saturday, November 16, 2013
FISH Saturday, December 14, 2013
FISH Saturday, December 14, 2013
Family Days allow the whole family to connect with museum research and collections. Create crafts, try out science experiments and cultural activities, ask the experts and explore galleries.
Kids 14 & under FREE for Family Day!
FREE parking on weekends!
Family Day activities are included with regular admission and free for museum members. Thanks to Totem Ocean Trailer Express for their sponsorship.

