Museum programs highlight Ӱ stories in February

Kristin Summerlin
907-474-6284
Jan. 31, 2024

a child sits in an adult's lap and holds a storybook they're reading together
UAMN photo by E. Padilla
UA Museum of the North will focus on discovering Ӱ through storytelling during family programs in February.

The University of Ӱ Museum of the North will highlight Ӱ stories during family programs in February.

Families with children 5 and under are invited to drop in at Early Explorers on Friday, Feb. 9, from 10 a.m. to noon. Create and discover with hands-on activities in the Creativity Lab, and explore the galleries.

Family Day: Ӱ Stories is set for Saturday, Feb. 24, from noon to 4 p.m. Visitors can watch a movie, explore the “Black in Ӱ: Interior Edition” special exhibit, investigate how museums tell diverse stories, go on a scavenger hunt and make a storybook. There is no admission fee for children 17 and under on Family Day, thanks to support from TOTE.

These programs are included with admission and are free for members. For more information about museum events, visit the or call 907-474-7505.

ADDITIONAL CONTACT: Jennifer Arseneau, ua-museumlearn@alaska.edu, 907-474-6948

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