Maxine & Jesse Whitney Museum — Attraction in Valdez

Free entrance, donations are encouraged. My kids (DS8, DS5, DD1) LOVED this museum!! The museum starts with displays full of quartz, malachite and other stones, arrowheads, fossils and tools. My 5yo was thrilled to see a genuine narwhal tusk! The collection of Native Alaskan art, clothing and dolls wasincredible. The kids also loved the taxidermied animals and furniture made out of moose paddles. After visiting the museum, we walked across the parking lot to Buccaneer Park. Neat playground designed like two pirate ships. All 3 of the kids enjoyed it immensely. I was also very impressed by the group of teenage girls on the swings. As we walked up with our kids, the girls tidied up their things and relocated to a picnic table so the kids could use the swings. I thought it was a kind gesture and appreciated their...

A fascinating collection of taxidermy, Alaskan indigenous art, and a captivating recounting of the development of mid-1900's Alaska. The space itself is a bit smaller, but the content of various artifacts and perfectly preserved taxidermy engages visitors in such a way that it's tough to just have a short visit. The pieces are thoughtful and captivating with insightful information and history. The best part of all is that the museum is free and accessible to all, but donations...

This was a unique and different Museum! A collection by a private party who put love effort and detail into this unique Museum makes it a worthwhile visit. The displays on native art and how the native art evolved meet the needs of commercial trade and the marketplace is a unique presentation it helps explain much about Alaska art. Many other great increments in this well-curated Museum. If you're in the area and enjoy anything similar you do not want to...