It is expected to reopen September 2. The technology and use of the camera was really innovative in people being able to document what they saw when they first came to Alaska. This guide contains collections of primary source material related to petroleum and natural gas, including theTrans-Alaska Pipeline System (TAPS), held at archives, libraries, and museums in Alaska. So it kinda seemed like a great point to bring these pieces out.. This website is a convenient resource for the classroom, as it provides links to actual lesson plans that may be used based on exhibits, as well as images from the museums collection that may not otherwise be available to visitors. Courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey Photographic Library. of History and Art. Distinguished Artists, a national registry of historic artists. The Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center, like many museums, has digital exhibitions and information available on its website. B2014.028. The other exhibits are: There are some more exhibits coming to the project in the next few months including a series of analog photographs by Rowan Renee, photos by Ben Huff as he looks at the natural, geopolitical and cultural forces that have shaped Adak Island and many more. In addition to those exhibitions, the Anchorage Museum also links to the Alaska Digital Archive, the Anchorage Museum library, and the Anchorage Museum Collection, where images of artifacts are kept. Box 100299 Anchorage AK, 99510-0299 Full-scale and miniature dioramas give insight into the lifestyles of Alaska's Native peoples, exploration and settlement by the Russians, the gold rush era, World War II and statehood in 1959.[3]. On view are more than 400 artifacts from the Anchorage Museums collections, each telling a story of the lived experiences of Alaskans. reserved. Edward M. Kindle Collection, U.S. Geological Survey. Bud Hagberg with fish caught at Selby Lake, 1960s. P277-4-52, James Wickersham Photographs, Alaska State Library. Please try again. B1994.008. The new wing features the Smithsonian Institution's Arctic Studies Center, through which 600 Alaskan Native artifacts have returned to Alaska from the National Museum of Natural History and the National Museum of the American Indian for a long-term installation. This guide is not comprehensive and may not include every collection containing material related to these subjects. B1983.103. It develops exhibitions and offers professional museum training workshops frequented by museum and cultural center personnel from across the state. To see a list of exhibits, including ones online, click here. On the fence the instructions say, Ring Like Hell In Case of Fire. Courtesy of Chris Allan. contact. For donations to the Alaska Historical Society annual fund-raisingauction, contact ourExecutive Director atAlaska Historical Society P.O. Exhibitions include juried shows, interpretive exhibitions and traveling exhibitions from other museums. cited in this article please see America's The museum also seeks to ensure that its Alaska-focused programming and exhibitions represent the diversity of immigrant heritages in Alaska and the Far North. Courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey Photographic Library. The Alaska Steamship Companys Steamship Jefferson in Skagway, Alaska, circa 1906. The new extension to the museum was planned by David Chipperfield Architects Ltd., London. Grammer Roderick Collection . Director and CEO of the Anchorage Museum, Julie Decker, said the decision was made in support of public health efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Copyright A. L. Bell. Bay, Alaska, oil on canvas, 71 x 111.8 cm, AMHA 73.2.1; Sydney Laurence(1865-1940), Aperature is all about photography, well you use cameras to take a photograph. From the gold rush, from military and onwards, and to be able to send photographs in postcards home, said McClain. The scope of materials for this one-of-a-kind faade includes approx. If you are a camera lover, it is important to note that a lot of the cameras on display in this section are Kodaks and Pollards. Resources for the Study of the 1971 Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. The Smithsonian Institution's Arctic Studies Center conducts public programs and collaborative research programs to increase understanding of northern peoples, cultures and environments. The Anchorage Museum is "a world-class museum located in the heart of Alaska's largest city". For further biographical information on selected artists Fitting and integrating these cases to the exhibition work by GSM was also challenging. The municipality owns the museum facility and collections. Resource Box 110571, Juneau, AK 99811-0571. Films and videos about the North and by Northerners. fishing, timber, World War II, statehood, and contemporary Alaska, including Although every project is unique, this one was extremely particular and quite challenging. Photographic images inform the way we imagine and experience our sense of place. It welcomes over 180,000 annual visitors from Alaska and from around the world and serves as a cultural center for the community. It looks like you're using Internet Explorer 11 or older. of exploration, landscape, lifestyles, portraits, and crafts. We were very intentional to try to have images of and by women and people of color, said McClain. The bulk of the collection documents Carsons work on the Trans-Alaska Pipeline from 1974-1978. The collection consists of 532 color 35mm slides and 610 color photographic prints created or collected by Ralph Brendle during his work on the construction of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline in the 1970s. August 1, 1977 - The first tanker with Prudhoe Bay oil, the ARCO Juneau, left Valdez. UAF-2010-50-362, Wien Family Papers, University of Alaska Fairbanks Archives. We apologize for any inconvenience. All rights Photo by Frank Whaley. While some exhibitions are permanent, such as the Living Our Cultures, Sharing Our Heritage: The First Peoples Of Alaska exhibition, which, while not available online, does offer a description of the exhibit and some of the artifacts being displayed, others are on a rotating basis, such as the Black Lives in Alaska: Journey, Justice, Joy exhibit, which has some programming ards available on the Anchorage museum website. Permanent exhibits include an Alaska history gallery, Alaska art galleries, the Imaginarium Discovery Center science galleries and the Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center, which features Alaska Native artifacts on long-term loan from the Smithsonian Institution. Papers and Photos to the Alaska Historical Society Collections: Public programs include lectures, classes, workshops, films, public and school tours, and special events. Seven galleries on the museum's ground floor are devoted to this collection. came to Alaska seeking riches, with special emphasis on the Russian America Photographs of oil expedition at Kanatak. Courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey Photographic Library. Many of whom the museum actually has their work on display. The museum relies on a robust volunteer program. Photojournalist Ash Adams and Iupiaq writer Laureli Ivanoff examine Indigenous coming of age in rural Alaska. Tlingit Indian children playing with a toy canoe in Taku Harbor south of Juneau, Alaska, May 25, 1905. Through collaboration with GSM and our multiple subcontractors and suppliers, our professional and dedicated team of designers have shown and shared creativity and ingenuity for this project. Coordinates: .mw-parser-output .geo-default,.mw-parser-output .geo-dms,.mw-parser-output .geo-dec{display:inline}.mw-parser-output .geo-nondefault,.mw-parser-output .geo-multi-punct{display:none}.mw-parser-output .longitude,.mw-parser-output .latitude{white-space:nowrap}611258N 1495304W / 61.2161N 149.8845W / 61.2161; -149.8845, "C Street, Anchorage. Oil Industry related scenes, including Oil Companys wells, equipment, and camps. The Anchorage Museum is a large art, history, ethnography, ecology and science museum located in a modern building in the heart of Anchorage, Alaska. There also are new galleries for changing exhibitions, an expanded library/archives, and improved visitor services, including Muse restaurant and a gift shop. Many different styles and UAF-APR-reference-Service@alaska.edu,http://library.uaf.edu/apr, Archives & Special Collections,University of Alaska/Alaska Pacific University Consortium Library, Going to museums may not be an option for many students, in Alaska or elsewhere, and while this website may not serve as a direct replacement for that experience, it still supplements the classroom experience by providing more direct resources to students and instructors. The Aperture: Cameras from the Anchorage Museum Collection exhibit is broken down into four themes: So we really stressed and tried to find photographs that werent just of everyday scenes that you would see. MISSIONThe Anchorage Museum connects people, expands perspectives, and encourages global dialogue about the North and its distinct environment. about Alaska history, its people, and landscape. University of Alaska Anchorage,3211 Providence Drive,Anchorage, Alaska 99508 (907) 786-1849, A crowd gathering on the wharf in Ketchikan in Southeast Alaska, 1900. Each year it presents 1620 changing exhibitions complemented by education programs and activities. Gallery 3 This glazing type and pattern has never before been used and was specially developed for the project by both Architectural Wall Systems and Overgaard Ltd. To meet the extreme environmental conditions the insulated glass units are 24mm thick. The Anchorage Museum has over 40,000 square feet (3,700m2) devoted to its permanent collection with a focus on Alaska history, Art of the North and Ethnography. Box 100299, Anchorage AK 99510-0299(907) 276-1596,members@alaskahistoricalsociety.org, Alaska Historical Society B2005.002. Physical Address: Andrew P. Kashevaroff (APK) Building, 395 Whittier Street, Juneau AK 99801 (907) 465-2901, https://museums.alaska.gov/. The outside sheet is tempered 6mm low-iron sheer with a silver mirror frit. Contains about 1200 images documenting Knoxs time working as a guard on the pipeline. landscape and people of the Far North since the time of the early European The museum provides professional recommendations on collections, exhibitions, education, archival organization and conservation to other Alaska museums, cultural centers and the public. There are about 50 FTE staff members and they are organized into the following departments: Administration, Information Technology, Building Operations, Collections, Library and Resource Center, Curatorial, Development, Exhibitions, Design, Learning and Engagement, Marketing & Public Relations, Community Outreach, Visitor Services, and Arctic Studies. It is important to note as of August 13, 2020, the Anchorage Museum is closed. Summer 1999 Exhibitions from the Anchorage The museum provides a substantial range of exhibits and programs that acquaint Alaskans with the art, culture, history and science of other peoples and places. All glass units were pre-assembled prior to shipping to allow for easy installation. Not every collection has an online guide. If you have photos, papers, clippings, or publications that you would like to donate, please contacttheAlaska Historical Society P.O. Over 300 volunteers work as docents and in education, collections, exhibits and library/archives. 5900 m of custom insulated fritted glass. Reviewed by Carolyn Mason, George Mason University, This website provides links to lesson plans based on exhibits, as well as images from the museums collection that may not otherwise be available to visitors., "Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center," in in World History Commons, https://worldhistorycommons.org/anchorage-museum-rasmuson-center [accessed August 1, 2022], Roy Rosenzweig Center for History and New Media. McKinley, 1913, oil on canvas, 20 x 39 inches, AMAH 88.39. Crossing the Chilkoot Pass, circa 1898. In 2006, 20,993 students and 47,836 adults participated in education programs. Contains around 2400 images from professional photojournalist primarily documenting early days of pipeline construction (1969-1971). The inside sheet is 6mm low-iron clear sheet. Read more in Resource Library Courtesy Candy Waugaman. Live: Exploring the Aperture exhibit at the Anchorage Museum. Stranding of the Princess May at Sentinel Island near Juneau, Alaska, August 5, 1910. Get updates about us at the intersection of innovation, design and museums. Exploring the Apertureexhibit at the Anchorage Museum, (Gilbert Cordova (CUSTOM_CREDIT) | KTUU). Box 756960, Fairbanks, Alaska 99775 (907) 474-7505,museum@uaf.edu,http://www.uaf.edu/museum, Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center, 625 C St, Anchorage, Alaska 99501 (907) 929-9200,museum@AnchorageMuseum.org,www.anchoragemuseum.org, Alaska State Museum, Mailing Address: P.O. The museum has grown steadily and expanded three times since then, most recently in 2010, to its current size of 170,000 square feet (16,000m2) with a collection of 25,000 objects and 500,000 historic photographs, and a staff of more than 50. Summer 1999 exhibitions from the Anchorage If you continue with this browser, you may see unexpected results. UAF-1991-98-1129, Kay J. Kennedy Aviation Photograph Collection, University of Alaska Fairbanks Archives. Library for thousands of articles and essays on American art. Through a combination of art and design, history, science, and culture, the Anchorage Museum creates a rich, deep understanding of the human experience and offers something for everyone. The museum is operated by the Anchorage Museum Association, a private non-profit organization under a long term contract with the Municipality of Anchorage. Not only were most cases designed with irregular shapes and angles, but their massive steel structures were bulky and heavy, and required custom metal work with a lot of sanding, polishing and welding. The museum opened in 1968 in a 10,000-square-foot (930m2) building with an exhibition of 60 borrowed Alaska paintings, a collection of 2500 historic and ethnographic objects, and a staff of two. The museum displays material from its permanent collection, along with regular visiting exhibitions. These images also include descriptions of the artifacts, as well as its date, the culture where it's from, and other relevant diagnostic information. The museums virtual programs range from summer camps to workshops and classes. McClain says a lot of the cameras seen in the tourism section of the exhibit were donated by the users themselves. The museum is repeatedly ranked among Alaska's top ten visitor attractions. The museum's library/archives are in frequent demand by publishers, scholars, and other researchers for its information and images. We are always looking for new donations to the archive of the Alaska Historical Society. The onsite personnel for the Smithsonian's Arctic Studies Center include an archeologist and an anthropologist. The Project Managers devotion and diligence was also essential to keep this project on track and within very tight budgets. Physical Address: Andrew P. Kashevaroff Building, 2nd floor, 395 Whittier St. Juneau, AK 99801 (907) 465-2920 Please check your inbox to complete your subscription. the oil pipeline. is on view in Gallery 7. The faade was custom designed and supplied by Overgaard Ltd., Hong Kong to Architectural Wall Systems of West Des Moines, Iowa, a speciality glazing contractor. B2016.004. With its collection of 30,000 objects and 500,000 historic photographs, the Anchorage Museum is home for the Alaska office of the Smithsonian's Arctic Studies Center, which supports the museum's mission through research, education, and exhibitions. The collection consists of 102 color prints and 230 color 35mm slides of construction and maintenance of the Trans Alaska Pipeline, all with detailed captions. The Anchorage Museum is a world-class art, history, ethnography, ecology and science museum located in a modern building in the heart of Anchorage, Alaska. P.O. Or one of thelocal historical societiesthat is most closely affiliated with the objects originating location or subject matter. Courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey Photographic Library. Let's find the best solution for all your museum display cases needs. Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center, Anchorage, AK, USA. painter. Examples include exhibits shared with museums in Unalaska, Bethel, Homer, Ketchikan, Kenai, Fairbanks, Kodiak, Eek and Juneau. Funding has been provided by the federal government, the Institute of Museums and Library Services, the State of Alaska, and the Rasmuson Foundation. Can-Can girls at the Skagway Days of 98 celebration, 1960s. During the two-part Facebook live, Heather McClain, Curatorial practice specialist with the Anchorage Museum, walked us through one of a handful exhibits that compose the Aperature project. [2], This gallery is devoted to Alaska's rich history from the native fauna through the time of the first early migrations to the present. The Circle City fire station and water cart, circa 1905. First accredited in 1973, the museum has maintained its accreditation since. It created a new entrance and appearance for the whole museum by implementing a highly unique faade and building set-up. Contains around 235 images documenting the start of oil from Prudhoe Bay, June 1977. Magazine about the Anchorage Museum Museum of History and Art Collection. Eskimo men in kayaks, Noatak, Alaska, circa 1929. B2012.014. The show features the work of the most influential Collections of Aleut, Eskimo, Tlingit, Haida , and Athapaskan materials Fissures in the Seward Highway near Portage, Alaska following the Great Alaska Earthquake, March 27, 1964. Box 100299, Anchorage AK 99510-0299(907) 276-1596,members@alaskahistoricalsociety.org, orthe Archives and Special Collections Department, University of Alaska Anchorage/Alaska Pacific University Consortium Library at 3211 Providence Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508 (907) 786-1849, http://consortiumlibrary.org/archives. B1996.037. is devoted exclusively to the works of Sydney Laurence, Alaska's best-known Miniature dioramas show Native subsistence lifestyles prior to European If you havephotos or papersrelating to Alaska history that you would like to donate, we suggest you contact one of the following archives: Alaska and Polar Regions Collections & Archives,Elmer E. Rasmuson Library,University of Alaska Fairbanks,310 Tanana Loop,Fairbanks, Alaska 99775-6808 (907) 474-2791, We know thats one of the areas we are progressively working on and fill those holes in our collections.. Selected items related to the oil and natural gas industries, and TAPS, from many of the institutions represented in this guide have been digitized and added to Alaska's Digital Archives. Courtesy Candy Waugaman and Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. Box 100299 Anchorage AK 99510-0299,(907) 276-1596,members@alaskahistoricalsociety.org. ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - If you are a fan of photography and history than the Aperture: Cameras from the Anchorage Museum Collection exhibit is a great place to stop. materials, from traditional pieces that use wood, fur, ivory, and bone to Back-of-house includes exhibit prep workshops, collections storage, and workspace, including a conservation laboratory. Group on skis, circa 1900. If you haveobjects or artifactsrelating to Alaska history that you would like to donate, we suggest you contact one of the following museums: University of Alaska Museum of the North, P.O. Decker said virtual exhibitions and programs will still continue throughout the month of August. In 1992, the museum became the home for the Alaska office of the Smithsonian's NMNH Arctic Studies Center, which supports the museum's mission through research, education, and exhibitions. and American explorers to the present. All rights reserved. Interactive Google Street View image and map", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Anchorage_Museum&oldid=1097307511, Institutions accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, Buildings and structures under construction in the United States, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 9 July 2022, at 23:47. You can use the search box at the top right of the homepage to search for these materials. Contains around 200 images related to TAPS construction, from Steuckes time as Public Affairs Officer for the Joint Federal State Land Use Planning Commission for Alaska. Channel 2s Gilbert Cordova actually visited the exhibit earlier this year and in a two-part Facebook live. According to the exhibit description online, Cameras have been used in Alaska for more than 120 years. Click on the linked collection names for more detailed guides to the collections. Box 100299 Anchorage AK 99510-0299,(907) 276-1596, Statement on Monuments and the Need for More History. Copyright 2020 KTUU. portray the themes of housing, clothing, transportation, and celebrations. The Museum is committed to recognizing and honoring the land, culture and language of the Denaina people. It was designed by Mitchell/Giurgola Architects. Steve McCutcheon was the first official photographer for the Alyeska Pipeline Service Company and took photographs capturing the lives of pipeline workers, as well as the technical aspects of pipeline construction. The frit is silver reflective on one side and metallic on the other. THE ALASKA GALLERY, the largest display of Alaska history Photographs or Papers: Images from top to bottom: Rockwell Kent(1882-1971), Ressurection Zone Display Cases has worked in close partnership with GSM Projects for the design, fabrication and installation of approximately 30 extremely diversified display cases for the Alaska Exhibition, a permanent exhibit that focuses on history. in the state, depicts the history of the peopling of Alaska to the present. Library readers may particularly enjoy three exhibits: ART OF THE FAR NORTH, on view in Galleries 1-6, includes Student and Emerging Professional Awards 2022, https://library.alaska.gov/hist/hist.html. CONTEMPORARY ALASKA NATIVE ART from the Museum collection Edward S. Curtis Collection, Library of Congress Digital Collections. UAF-1964-74-120, Charles S. Hamlin Papers, University of Alaska Fairbanks Archives. Its annual budget comes from earned income, fundraising and grants, and from the municipality. Objects or Artifacts: B2017.014. Museum of History and Art collection are designed to help visitors learn This website works best with modern browsers such as the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. For donations contacttheAlaska Historical Society P.O. Alaska Historical Society Auction: Man killed by bullet that ricocheted off woman he shot, police say, Another Palmer Hayflats recreation site gets hit by vandals, Wassillie indicted for double murder pleads not guilty, August 1 Fastcast digital news of the day, Aperture: Cameras from the Anchorage Museum Collection.