Why a Museum Field Trip Might Be Your Best Classroom Day This Year

Learning Beyond the Desk in the Heart of Alaska’s History

If you’re an educator in the Mat-Su Valley, Anchorage, or Palmer area, chances are you’ve been looking for ways to make Alaska history come alive for your students. At the Museum of Alaska, we don’t just tell the story—we put it in their hands. Our field trips are designed to bring Alaska’s transportation and industrial past off the page and into real-life connection.

Located in Wasilla, the museum is home to one of the most immersive collections in the state. Here, students can see a World War II-era troop train, stand beneath the bones of a fin whale, or examine tools used by early miners, loggers, and farmers. For many kids, it’s the first time they realize history happened right here—and it shaped the world they live in.

What Makes Our Field Trips Unique?

• Hands-on exhibits that spark curiosity
• Guided tours tailored to K–12 grade levels
• Printable scavenger hunts and learning packets
• Covered spaces for lunch and breaks
• Bus-friendly parking and flexible group scheduling

Whether you’re focused on Alaska Studies, STEM, art, or social sciences, we’ll help connect the dots between your classroom goals and real museum content.

Designed for Educators, Built for Students

Our programs are aligned with Alaska state standards and reviewed by educators to make sure your field trip supports meaningful learning. We welcome public, private, and homeschool groups—and we’re happy to adapt the experience for students with different learning needs or mobility requirements.

Plus, we’ve made scheduling simple: just contact our education team, pick your preferred date, and we’ll walk you through everything from arrival times to prep materials.

Book Your Visit Today

We believe Alaska’s story belongs to the next generation—and we’d love to help you bring it to them.