Alaska Art Alliance

Anna Withington

4 years ago

Essential stop in Anchorage. I was wandering downtown for my last day in Alaska, which meant I had flexible time to spend. Expressing curiosity will get you all kinds of information - about technique, materials, tools. The artists work in the back so I was able to meet a few of them, see works in progress, chat about favorite materials. I bought as much as I could, and pieces were extremely reasonable. I really can’t put a price on this experience or the generosity expressed over and over to people who came in to the shop. There are many different kinds of art at many different price points, and this is a great place to support.

Secret Santa

2 years ago

My husband and I visited the little hidden treasure two weeks ago while we were souvenir shopping. Really enjoyed our visit, owner is an exceptional person and we were grateful to meet him and see his carver's hard at work. My only regret was that we didn't buy his/their artwork. Calling tomorrow to see if piece we fell in love with is still available. George and Trish, south Fl

Kassie Cannon

10 months ago

We stopped in here to look at the local art and carvings. We talked with one of the artists and he gave us a tour of the back room where they all work and shared information about the place. It was very interesting to learn about and everyone was very friendly!

Nigel Sharp

7 years ago

Genuine Alaska made art, run as a social enterprise supporting Alaskan artists and giving them a marketplace for their masterful creations. Buying here is a great way to support entrepreneurship for Native Alaskans. This shop is almost more like a musuem, take your time there and ask lots of questions - there is a wealth of knowledge to be found.

Katherine Burleson

6 months ago

Such a great shop. I could sit for hours just learning from the folks who run this shop. Would recommend, every item is very special.

Zachary Hunter

5 months ago

The best art shop downtown and the ONLY NATIVE OWNED AND OPERATED with authentic Ivory, baleen, mammoth ivory, wood, hand forged knives and ulus, paintings, rare prints and more!

Jennifer Arturo

11 months ago

My experience talking to artist Jason, was an experience I will never forget. He told me so many stories of growing up in his native communities and regions in Alaska. I asked cultural questions and he educated me. The store is not a fancy tourist gift shop but the art is beautiful. They have dogs on the premises which I enjoyed immensely. Jason took me back to the work shop area and I talked to other artists about their work and got to hold a walrus tusk. I purchased what I could afford. They only take cash for some artists so be prepared. This is a great experience for those seeking to understand more about Alaskan natives and their art.

Diana Osberg

2 years ago

Jason and his crew are great. Took the time to show me around and explain the different pieces, where they came from, and who is/was the artist of some pieces. Def worth checking out this shop for authentic Native made artwork and gifts!

Eric Luz

a year ago

Bought a very beautiful piece of art for a very good price. Jason was very helpful and kind. Even showed me how the artworks are made in the back. Definitely the best place to get souvenirs

Lorelei Koory

3 years ago

A hidden gem in downtown Anchorage but a must see if you want gifts and art handmade in Alaska! It has a bit of a hole in the wall vibe to it, but don’t be intimidated. The building is split where the front is a more conventional style storefront, but there is a back room where you can see the artists do the carvings and buy directly from them. The ivory carvings are a bit pricey, but you’re paying for an art piece that was carved right there in the shop or made by a local artist. There is a musty odor to the shop from the carvings they do in the back. This wasn’t a problem for me and added to the authentic vibe, but I thought I would mention it for the folks with sensory issues :)