Inupiat Heritage Center — Attraction in Utqiaġvik

We tried to visit on Sunday, July 20th at 3 p.m. We had called weeks before and earlier and verified they were open until 4 pm. We walked 1.5 miles from the airport and when we got to the door someone came out and said they were closed. When we said we called and they were open until 4, he kept saying they were closed and did not answer what time they closed. No apologies, no attempt at excuses - just kept repeating that they were closed.

This strongly seemed like the staff were trying to pull a fast one by cutting out early while getting paid for the museum to be open. I'd be cool with that if they were at a McDonalds in Tulsa on a slow night, this is a place that people must TRAVEL 800 MILES BY AIRPLANE WITH LITERALLY NO COMPARABLE ATTRACTIONS IN THE CITY. People spend $600 for an airplane ticket and a minimum of two days of their lives to get to this place -- a few employees feeling lazy and closing up early has serious consequences. We didn't get in and honestly won't ever have the opportunity to get back.

Management should take note of who was staffing the museum on July 20, find out why they closed early, and ensure that employees are monitored to ensure they are keeping the place open for the scheduled times. For four eager visitors on July 20th, this...

I never watched the movie 30 Days of Night. Vampires from 30 days of night viral analysis video. I typed in Barrow Alaska on Google maps or just my map app on my phone. This place came up there isn't anything further north. Unless I got the wrong place and it just brought me to this town for some reason. I kinda had a thought what if they had a tourist attractions like a statue in the town where 30 Days of Night takes place.

I wonder if that's a actual thing the 30 Days of Night...

A nice museum showcasing the history and life of the Iñupiat people. Exhibits include artwork, tools and other artifacts. There were no artists working during my visit, but the reception/gift shop staff were friendly and answered questions. Be sure to get your NPS...