7 Cheap Family Activities to Do in Alaska

Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center: Located near Juneau International Airport, it offers exhibits on wildlife, history, and glacial changes.

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Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum: A must-visit in Fairbanks for car enthusiasts, featuring over 100 pre-World War II American-made vehicles.

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Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center: Open to the public, it houses brown bears, elk, moose, and wolves across 200 acres of land.

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Husky Homestead: Experience the rustic lifestyle of an Alaskan homesteader and learn about dog sledding from former Iditarod champion Jeff King.

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Alaska Sealife Center: Explore and discover Alaska's diverse sea life, including seals, octopuses, starfish, and puffins, in Seward.

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Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center: Alaska's largest museum showcasing art, history, and culture, offering insights into the state's rich heritage.

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Alaska Raptor Center: Get up close with bald eagles and learn about their rehabilitation at this Sitka-based educational site.

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