Enjoy an Alaskan-Inspired Movie Night & Live Artist Demonstration for the Whole Family
Join us for a special family night celebrating the two one-hour long specials from the PBS KIDS® TV series Molly of Denali®! Gather together for adventure, laughter, and stories inspired by Alaska as we screen Molly and the Great One and Wise Raven & Old Crow throughout the evening. Each special will be shown twice, giving families flexibility to explore, create, and enjoy the museum at their own pace. Guests can also enjoy hands-on crafts and activities inspired by the characters, landscapes, and themes from the series.
Between screenings, don’t miss the opportunity to learn more about Tlingit woodcarving and Alaska Native heritage from artist James Johnson, who will be doing live carving demonstrations throughout the evening —making this a fun-filled night for kids and grown-ups alike.
As always, regular museum admission is FREE* during First Friday between 4 – 8 p.m. (including access to current exhibitions, the Family Activity Room, and First Friday activities).
*Add-on experience fee required for entry to Molly of Denali: An Alaskan Adventure in Steele Auditorium.
Adult: $10
Senior (65+): $7
Military: $7
Student (with ID): $5
Children (6-17): $5
Add-on experience fee can be paid at the door. Click here to learn more about Molly of Denali: An Alaskan Adventure.
Featured Movies
Molly and the Great One (2021)
Molly learns about her Grandpa Nat’s dream to climb to the top of Denali in honor of the first person to do so, real-life Alaska Native, Walter Harper. Inspired, Molly tries to get Grandpa and her wilderness guide father to climb North America’s highest mountain.
Run time: 51m 40s
Rating: TV-Y
Image courtesy of PBS KIDS®
Wise Raven & Old Crow (2026)
Molly’s family goes on an epic river trip to a traditional Gwich’in village to celebrate their late Grandma Catherine. Getting there won’t be easy. Molly will need to listen to the land and connect with her culture to get them there safely.
Run time: 50m 25s
Rating: TV-Y
Image courtesy of PBS KIDS®
4 p.m.
Molly and the Great One
5 p.m.
Wise Raven & Old Crow
6 p.m.
Molly and the Great One
7 p.m.
Wise Raven & Old Crow
About James Johnson
James Johnson is an award-winning Tlingit artist and carver from Juneau, Alaska. He belongs to the Ch’áak’ Dakl’aweidi Clan (Eagle Killerwhale) and carries forward a powerful lineage of leaders and makers, including Chiefs Gusht’eiheen, Jimmy Johnson, and Peter Johnson, for whom he is named. Encouraged by his late father, Franklin Johnson, he has dedicated his life to perpetuating the Tlingit art form — honoring his ancestors through his art.
Made possible at the Heard Museum thanks to:
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Presenting Sponsors
Anonymous
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Opening Weekend Presenting Partner
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Supporting Sponsors
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Family Movie Night Programming Partner
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Youth u0026 Family Programming Sponsors
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Youth u0026 Family Programming Sponsors
Molly of Denali: An Alaskan Adventure is a nationally traveling exhibit created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in collaboration with GBH Kids and a team of Alaska Native advisors. Molly of Denali is a trademark or registered trademark of WGBH Educational Foundation. Used with permission. The series and underlying indicia known as Molly of Denali ©2019 WGBH Educational Foundation. All rights reserved. PBS KIDS® and the PBS KIDS Logo are trademarks owned by Public Broadcasting Service. Used with permission. © 2025 Public Broadcasting Service. All rights reserved.