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13 Anchorage, AKMTS GALLERY Like the gallery, located in Mountain View, just a bit east of Downtown, the art is off the beaten path, with unique monthly exhibits of local and global artists. Third Fridays of the month are openings. 3142 Mountain View Dr, Anchorage, AK 99514, www.mtsgallery.wordpress.comFIRST FRIDAYS ART WALK First Fridays of the month art galleries stay open late in Downtown Anchorage. Pick up a map in the Anchorage Press. Some galleries have catering by local restaurants, so you can eat and drink while viewing local artists’ work. ANCHORAGE MUSEUM A new wing added in 2009 complements the old concrete architecture, the towering glass standing out against the mountain backdrop. Meander through the birch forest of the public common as you approach. Inside you’ll find an extensive collection of art of the north, and travelling exhibits from around the globe. 625 C St, Anchorage, AK 99501, www.anchoragemuseum.orgBEAR TOOTH THEATER AND GRILL The place to catch international films with the locals. Monday nights they screen independent, international, artsy movies. 1230 West 27th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99503, www.beartooththeatre.netCULTUREALASKA NATIVE HERITAGE CENTER An insight into Alaska as it was before it was settled by Russians and Americans. Reconstructed native villages show what life was like then and now for the indigenous peoples. 8800 Heritage Center Dr, Anchorage, AK 99504, www.alaskanative.netDOS MANOS Self-described as “a funktional art gallery”, this is form equals function Alaskan style. Features a constantly changing spiral staircase display of Alaskan inspired art. 1317 West Northern Lights Blvd, Suite 3, Anchorage, AK 99503, www.dosmanosgallery.comAFTER HOURS BY DESIGN Local designers gather on the second Wednesday of every month to discuss design, trends, art, or just hang out. All are welcome and they meet up at a different bar or restaurant each time. Check the website for details. www.graphicdesignalaska.comANCHORAGE MARKET AND FESTIVAL Carnival-esque atmosphere with booths selling Alaskan specialities from mesmerizing aurora photography to hand carved sculptures as well as great food. It’s hard to decide between the reindeer sausage or the smoked salmon. Open weekends during the summer. Cnr 3rd and E St, Anchorage, AK 99501, www.anchoragemarkets.comFUR RONDY FESTIVAL AND THE IDITAROD From the end of February to the beginning of March the Fur Rondy festival celebrates local history and culture with dogsled races, outhouse races, running of the reindeer and more. In the first weekend of March, the more well-known dogsled race, the Iditarod, has its ceremonial start in Anchorage. www.furrondy.net, www.iditarod.com