The Yupiit Piciyarait Cultural Center is a community facility operated by the University of Alaska, Farbanks, Kuskokwim Campus. AVCP operates the museum and the City of Bethel supports the consortium library.

The Yupiit Piciryarait Cultural Center is a unique facility that celebrates the Yup’ik culture.  The center serves as a regional gathering center for Southwest Alaskans to stimulate ideas, advance their knowledge, and enhance the quality of life.

The Yupiit Piciryarait Cultural Center, Library, and Museum provides access to information, resources, and services to all members of the Bethel community.

The multi-purpose rooms and classroom, designed for community and cultural events and conferences, are in high demand. Learn more about booking a room on the reservations page.

The Cultural Center also supports local artists and entrepreneurs. Learn more about the Regional Artists and Small Business Cooperative on the membership page.

Location

Yupiit Piciryarait Cultural Center
420 Cheif Eddie Hoffman Highway
PO Box 368
Bethel, AK 99559
(800) 478-5822
Phone: (907) 543-4500
Fax: (907) 543-4539

Staff

Reyne Athanas, Cultural Center Coordinator
Judy Wasierski, HUD Program Assistant
Allen Typpo, Program Aide

The University of Alaska, Fairbanks

The Yupiit Piciryarait Cultural Center is part of the University of Alaska Fairbanks and the Kuskokwim Campus.