Alaska Jewish Museum

09/24/2026

SAVE THE DATE! The 21st annual Jewish Cultural Gala is honoring PERRY EATON, Alaska Native Artist and Civic Leader, celebrating outstanding leadership in shaping the Last Frontier! Saturday Night, November 7th, 2026, at 6:30 PM, Dena'ina Convention Center. Purchase your corporate table or individual ticket today at http://www.alaskajewishgala.org/
Don't miss the event of the season! Enjoy an exquisite evening marking the twenty-first annual celebration of Jewish culture, incredible cuisine, and live music in Alaska, promoting diversity, inclusiveness, and tolerance for all Alaskans and building cultural bridges in the broader Alaskan community!
At the Gala, we will pay tribute to Mr. Eaton for decades of devotion to Indigenous peoples, Alaska Native communities, and for a lifelong contribution to the arts, humanities, sciences, and the economy of the Last Frontier!
Gala Proceeds will also support the Alaska Friendship Circle, Alaska’s first all-ability Early Childhood Play Center!
Generously Underwritten by Alaska Airlines, GCI, The Odom Corporation, ConocoPhillips, The Hotel Captain Cook, David Green Master Furrier, The Manning Family Foundation, and John Jr. & Kari Ellsworth!

SAVE THE DATE! The 21st annual Jewish Cultural Gala is honoring PERRY EATON, Alaska Native Artist and Civic Leader, celebrating outstanding leadership in shaping the Last Frontier! Saturday Night, November 7th, 2026, at 6:30 PM, Dena'ina Convention Center. Purchase your corporate table or individual ticket today at http://www.alaskajewishgala.org/

Don't miss the event of the season! Enjoy an exquisite evening marking the twenty-first annual celebration of Jewish culture, incredible cuisine, and live music in Alaska, promoting diversity, inclusiveness, and tolerance for all Alaskans and building cultural bridges in the broader Alaskan community!

At the Gala, we will pay tribute to Mr. Eaton for decades of devotion to Indigenous peoples, Alaska Native communities, and for a lifelong contribution to the arts, humanities, sciences, and the economy of the Last Frontier!

Gala Proceeds will also support the Alaska Friendship Circle, Alaska’s first all-ability Early Childhood Play Center!
Generously Underwritten by Alaska Airlines, GCI, The Odom Corporation, ConocoPhillips, The Hotel Captain Cook, David Green Master Furrier, The Manning Family Foundation, and John Jr. & Kari Ellsworth!

08/15/2026

GRAND OPENING AND RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY OF THE ALASKA FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE ALL-ABILITY EARLY CHILDHOOD PLAY CENTER and kickoff of the future indoor play center.
Followed by Open Play & Summer Family Festival!
Wednesday, August 19th, 5:30 PM
At Alaska Jewish Campus | 1117 E 35th Ave.
Tickets at https:https://alaskajewishcampus.formstack.com/.../akfcgrandope...
The Greater Alaskan Community is warmly invited to join Alaska dignitaries and community leaders in celebrating this historic milestone for Anchorage and Alaska as we create a welcoming space for children with disabilities and special needs!
BBQ Dinner Buffet with Kids Menu | Petting Zoo | Fire Truck Bounce House for Littles | The Extreme Air Jumper | Face Painting | Balloon Twister | Cotton Candy | Festive Music
In attendance: Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson | Rep. Alyse Galvin | Alaska Health Commissioner Heidi Hedberg | Deputy Commissioner Emily Ricci | Stephanie Berglund, CEO, THREAD Alaska | Representatives of Anchorage Mayor LaFrance
In collaboration with Alaska’s leading non-profit organizations serving children with special needs: THREAD Alaska | Special Olympics Alaska |Best Beginnings | (PIC) Programs for Infants and Children | Alaska Down Syndrome Network |ARC of Anchorage | Anchorage Park Foundation Inclusive Play Work Group | Stone Soup Group | Hearts and Hands of Care, Inc. | Alaska Association on Developmental Disabilities
PHASE ONE: Outdoor Play Center Made Possible Thanks to Generous Grants from: THREAD Alaska | State of Alaska Childcare Program Office | Municipality of Anchorage Childcare & Early Education Fund | Barney & Rachel Gottestein Charitable Foundation
PHASE TWO: Join Our Growing Group of Partners Supporting Efforts to Create an Indoor Play Center for Alaska’s Cold Weather Seasons: Rasmuson Foundation | Alaska Mental Health Trust | ConocoPhillips Alaska | Ellsworth Foundation | ME Weber Foundation | Demain Family Foundation | Barney and Rachel Gottstein Charitable Foundation | Terri Hall and Bernie’s Pharmacy |

08/12/2026

04/07/2026

'CHILD OF RESISTANCE': a firsthand account of Jewish Partisan Resistance & Heroism following the 'Four Winters' film screening on Monday, April 13th at 5:30 pm, at Wilda Marston Theatre, Loussac Library. For tickets click here:
https://fourwintersanchorage.eventbrite.com
SHLOMO BOBROW: a miraculous child hidden in the Partisan Forest, on his debut visit to Alaska, tells a firsthand story of Jewish Partisan resistance, survival, and heroism.
FOUR WINTERS tells the story of the Jewish partisans who fought the N***s and their collaborators during World War II, surviving against all odds within the forests of eastern Europe. The film pushes back against widespread narratives of Jewish passivity during World War II and serves as an inspiring reminder of individuals' power in the face of authoritarian threats. You can watch a trailer for Four Winters www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmDR3j5vUsM&t=1s

12/11/2025

Happening this Sunday! Get your tickets now for CIRQUE DU HANUKKAH: Featuring Guiness World Record Holders XPOGO stunt team. A city-wide community celebration for all ages at the Egan Center!
Tickets at www.lubavitchjewishcenter.org/holidays

08/29/2025

SAVE THE DATE! 20th Anniversary Jewish Cultural Gala, Honoring GREG CHAPADOS, President & COO of GCI, Celebrating Community, Philanthropy, Inclusiveness & Diversity! Saturday Night, November 8th, 2025, at 6:30 PM, Dena'ina Convention Center.
Don't miss the event of the season! Enjoy an exquisite evening marking the twentieth anniversary of Jewish culture, incredible cuisine, and live music in Alaska, promoting diversity and tolerance for all Alaskans, and building cultural bridges in the broader Alaskan community!
At the Gala, we will pay tribute to Mr. Chapados for decades of devoted service at the helm of GCI, one of Alaska’s leaders in corporate philanthropy and a presenting sponsor of Special Olympics Alaska, our state's main internet provider, and one of Alaska’s largest employers!
Gala Proceeds in Support of the Alaska Friendship Circle, the First All-Inclusive Early Childhood Play Center in Alaska!
Generously Underwritten by Alaska Airlines, GCI, The Hotel Captain Cook, The Odom Corporation, ConocoPhillips, David Green Master Furrier, The Manning Family Foundation!
Purchase your corporate table or individual ticket today at http://www.alaskajewishgala.org/

07/11/2025

Jewish Cultural Gala 2024
Please enjoy the complete album for the Jewish Cultural Gala 2024! At the 2024 Gala we honored Julie Kitka, Presidentof Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) and Commissioner for Denali Commission, Celebrating her outstanding devotion to the Indigenous people, Alaska native communities, and her lifelong contribution to shaping The Last Frontier. Looking forward to this year's upcoming Jewish Cultural Gala on Saturday night, November 8th, 2025!

07/10/2025

GREG CHAPADOS, President & COO of GCI, to be Honored at 20th Annual JEWISH CULTURAL GALA, Saturday Night, November 8th, 2025. Join fellow Alaskans in honoring Mr. Chapados for decades of devoted service at the helm of GCI and for his lifelong contribution to the shaping of the Last Frontier! Saturday Evening, November 8, 2025. To reserve your seat today or to sponsor your corporate table visit www.AlaskaJewishGala.org
The 2025 upcoming Jewish Gala, we will pay tribute to Mr. Chapados and to GCI, one of Alaska’s leaders in corporate philanthropy and a presenting sponsor of Special Olympics Alaska, our state's main internet provider, and one of Alaska’s largest employers.
Special thanks to our underwriters GCI, Alaska Airlines, ConocoPhillips, Odom Corporation, The Hotel Captain Cook, The Manning Family Foundation, and David Green Master Furrier for promoting Alaska's diversity & inclusivity and for building cultural bridges in the community!
The 2025 Gala will benefit the Alaska Jewish Campus & Museum, Gan Yeladim Early Learning Center and its new initiative, The Harmony Friendship Project, the first all-inclusive discovery and exploration outdoor & indoor play center in Anchorage, for early childhood students, including those with disabilities or developmental differences, creating a legacy of inclusion and joy in our Anchorage community!
The phase one of this groundbreaking and first-of-its-kind outdoor play center in Anchorage, is sponsored in part by: Community Innovation Grant from Thread Alaska and the State of Alaska Child Care Program Office; The Municipality of Anchorage ACCEE (Anchorage Child Care & Early Education Fund) Capital Project Grant; and The Barney and Rachel Gottstein Charitable Foundation of the Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund. For more information please visit www.alaskajewishgala.org or contact us at [email protected]. Looking forward to celebrating Alaska's diversity & inclusivity with you!

GREG CHAPADOS, President & COO of GCI, to be Honored at 20th Annual JEWISH CULTURAL GALA, Saturday Night, November 8th, 2025. Join fellow Alaskans in honoring Mr. Chapados for decades of devoted service at the helm of GCI and for his lifelong contribution to the shaping of the Last Frontier! Saturday Evening, November 8, 2025. To reserve your seat today or to sponsor your corporate table visit www.AlaskaJewishGala.org
The 2025 upcoming Jewish Gala, we will pay tribute to Mr. Chapados and to GCI, one of Alaska’s leaders in corporate philanthropy and a presenting sponsor of Special Olympics Alaska, our state's main internet provider, and one of Alaska’s largest employers.
Special thanks to our underwriters GCI, Alaska Airlines, ConocoPhillips, The Odom Corporation, The Hotel Captain Cook, The Manning Family Foundation, and David Green Master Furrier for promoting Alaska's diversity & inclusivity and for building cultural bridges in the community!
The 2025 Gala will benefit the Alaska Jewish Campus & Museum, Gan Yeladim Early Learning Center and its new initiative, The Harmony Friendship Project, the first all-inclusive discovery and exploration outdoor & indoor play center in Anchorage, for early childhood students, including those with disabilities or developmental differences, creating a legacy of inclusion and joy in our Anchorage community!
The phase one of this groundbreaking and first-of-its-kind outdoor play center in Anchorage, is sponsored in part by: Community Innovation Grant from Thread Alaska and the State of Alaska Child Care Program Office; The Municipality of Anchorage ACCEE (Anchorage Child Care & Early Education Fund) Capital Project Grant; and The Barney and Rachel Gottstein Charitable Foundation of the Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund. For more information please visit www.alaskajewishgala.org or contact us at [email protected]. Looking forward to celebrating Alaska's diversity & inclusivity with you!

06/23/2025

Book Signing & Lecture, Celebrating the release of the new children's book "ON THE WINGS OF EAGLES", Retelling the heroic humanitarian rescue of Jewish refugees from Yemen to Israel by Alaska Airline's pilots and flight attendants.

We were honored to be joined by family members of the amazing pilots and flight crew.

We heard greetings from Mr. Perry Green, Rabbi Greenberg, Leslie Fried and the author Tami Lehman-Wilzig who made the long trip to Alaska especially for this event!

Special Thanks to Alaska Airlines for co-sponsoring the event!

06/05/2025

AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR, CHILDREN'S BOOK SIGNING: "ON THE WINGS OF EAGLES", Alaska Airlines Heroic Humanitarian Rescue, Friday, June 13th, 3:30pm. Lecture; Book Signing; Refreshments; Q&A; Special reading for children in conjunction with Camp Gan Israel campers.
Join us in celebrating the release of this new children's book with visiting author Tami Lehman-Wilzig! Retelling the heroic humanitarian rescue of Jewish refugees from Yemen to Israel by Alaska Airline's pilots and flight attendants. Special Thanks to Alaska Airlines for co-sponsoring the event!