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Artistry of the Alaskan First Peoples – Upcoming Exhibit

Artistry of the Alaskan First Peoples: Echoes of Tlingit, Eyak, and Sugpiaq Culture in Sculpted Heritage will highlight the Alaska Native artist Kaax̱ Tséen (Tlingit) and include elegant models of birch bark, moose skin, and other types of yaakw (canoes). The exhibit will also include an Aleut baidarka (sea kayak) carved by Valdezan Don Kompkoff (Sugpiaq)…

2024 Free Guided Walking Tours

Free Summer Walking Tours Tours are guided, easy walks and 1.7 miles. Typical tour times are around 1.5 hours. Tours begin at the corner of Richardson highway and Alaska Ave. See poster for exact dates and times.

The VMHA is a Blue Star Museum! – 2024

The Valdez Museum & Historical Archive is going to offer free admission to military personnel and their families this summer! Valdez, AK, May 3, 2024 – The Valdez Museum is a part of Blue Star Museums, a program offering free admission to active-duty military personnel and their families this summer from Armed Forces Day, May…

Summer Hours Begin!

We’re Hiring!

OPEN POSITIONS Our open positions are listed below. No agency or third party inquiries please. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The Valdez Museum and Historical Archive is seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead the organization forward. The new ED will work with Museum staff and Board to make measurable changes in community conditions and enhance the lives of…