Aspen Hotels – JuneauThis museum is a great way to explore the different Alaskan regions’ history, culture, and art through extensive permanent exhibits augmented with seasonally temporary and changing exhibitions. The Alaska State Museum’s collections include the Athabascan cultures of Alaska, cultural materials from the Northwest Coat people (Haida, Tlingit, and Tsimshian), the Yup’ik of Alaska Southwest, the…
Category Archives: Culture
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Alaska State Museum
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Juneau Jazz & Classics Festival
Linda Rosenthal is a world-renowned violinist who dreamed of sharing jazz music with her community. The beautiful combination of the community’s love and support for the theme and the unique natural setting made Juneau the perfect place for a spectacular event of world-class jazz and classical music. Linda has been recognized for her contributions to…
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Juneau’s Gold Rush Days
The Gold Rush Days is a small-scale annual celebration every second or third weekend of June wherein all the locals and visitors get to participate in various gold mining and logging activities. This simple family event turned into a community celebration that has entertained the people of Juneau for almost thirty years. The Celebration’s Brief…
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Wickersham State History Site: Home of Alaska’s Patron
If you are looking for a place that tells a remarkably interesting history about Juneau, Alaska, then you are in luck. Wickersham State Historic Site is the place for you. Wickersham State Historic Site, located at 213 7th Street in Juneau Alaska, is only a 12-minute drive from the Aspen Suites Hotel. It was the…
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Golden North Salmon Derby
August 17 – 19 marks the annual Golden North Salmon Derby, the most fun fishing event in the state since 1947. Families and those of all ages who adore fishing (or want to learn more) spend three days vying for the biggest Cohos and Kings in the Alaskan waters. You could win prizes, bragging…
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Gold Rush Days
Will you strike it rich at the annual Gold Rush Days? Learn about the history of mining, panning, and logging as the history of Juneau is brought to life on June 16 and 17. The event is free, family-friendly, and takes place at Savikko Park. Check out the mining skills competition, logging relays, and…
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Sealaska Heritage Store Celebration
From June 6 – 9, the annual “Celebration” takes place in downtown Juneau. For four straight days, the streets are filled with indigenous communities, tribal members, and cultural leaders dressed in full regalia to represent tribes and clans throughout the Alaskan region. Enjoy traditional arts and crafts, many of which are for sale and…
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Juneau Jazz and Classics
May 4 – 19 marks the 32nd annual Juneau Jazz and Classics Festival. Artistic Director William Ransom is now in his second year of service, though each festival takes up to 24 months of planning. Part of the Chamber Music of America and the Western Jazz Association, the event creators partner with the best…
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Open Mic at the Alaskan
The Alaskan Bar isn’t just home to one of the most romantic options for a Valentine’s Day dinner, it also features some of the best live music and open mic nights in town. With live music every night (Friday and Saturdays from 9:30 p.m. – 2 a.m.), it’s your destination for Juneau’s premier night…
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First Fridays in Juneau
Open year-round, First Fridays is a monthly event showcasing the local galleries and talent of nearby artists. The free community event is a critical part of Juneau’s thriving arts scene and allows local organizations, businesses and independent artists the opportunity to gather and celebrate creativity. Oftentimes, new gallery installations are featured and you’ll find…
