For Teachers

Taikina — You Should Come

The Alutiiq Museum works with teachers and learners of all ages and heritage. Many classes visit the museum each year, but our staff can also schedule a visit to your classroom, camp, or event. For assistance with a museum field trip or planning an event in your classroom, please contact Education Manager Leda Beuthin, 844-425-8844.

Museum staff member Patrick Saltonstall teaches students about Alutiiq kayaks on a gallery tour.

Visiting the Museum

FIELD TRIPS

The Alutiiq Museum provides free tours for educational groups and classes. Our guided gallery visits take about an hour and help students investigate Alutiiq history, language, and culture. Whether you are studying sea mammals, geology, weather, or storytelling, our experts can design a tour especially for your group. To ensure we can accommodate your group, all tours require advance scheduling.

Educators are invited to visit the museum before bringing a class. Stop by to develop ideas for discussion, consider activities, and talk with our staff. There is no charge to preview our gallery.

Schedule A Tour

Note: Our gallery is currently closed for renovations, but we are offering guided tours of the Alutiiq Ancestors’ Memorial.

Students with their Alutiiq language valentines.

Classroom Visits

INVITE THE ALUTIIQ MUSEUM

Our education team is skilled at leading activities that infuse Alutiiq art and culture into your lesson plans. Ask us about bringing the Mobile Museum to your class or event, working with a culture bearer in your space, or arranging a field trip to explore Alutiiq plants.

Mobile Museum

Elder Herman Squartsoff demonstrates how to clean crab meat.

Working with Culture Bearers

WORK WITH AN EXPERT

In the Alutiiq world, every adult is a teacher and children learn by working closely with family members and mentors. Bring this style of teaching to your classroom by inviting a culture bearer to lead an activity. There are many knowledgeable Alutiiq people who enjoy working with students and many possible activities.