Take home a unique, functional keepsake from the Alaska SeaLife Center Soirée 2026. This handcrafted ceramic octopus mug features detailed artwork inspired by Alaska’s marine life and rich ocean blues, making it both a beautiful display piece and an everyday favorite for coffee or tea. Each mug serves as a centerpiece during the event and is available for purchase to remember a special evening in support of the Alaska SeaLife Center.

Purchase details:

• Cost is $42
• Mugs will be available for sale beginning at 8:30 PM
• Select the mug of your choice from the table
• Bring your mug to the checkout counter near the event entrance to complete your purchase

A perfect blend of art and utility, this ceramic octopus mug is a meaningful memento that supports marine conservation long after the evening ends.

Hand-embroidered smew earrings on birch tree bark, backed with hand-tanned salmon leather and finished with a fringe of Miyuki beads by Evolutionary Thread Designs. 

Artist statement: Lyndsi R. Harris is a contemporary mixed media artist. She specializes in watercolor and hand embroidery on a variety of non-traditional canvases including birch tree bark and hand-tanned salmon leather. She uses her artwork to tell stories of wildlife and wild places in the hopes of connecting viewers to them in ways they may have never encountered before. She uses her background as a biologist to bring attention to unique creatures, exciting conservation efforts, and special places around the world.

This item is available to purchase for:

• Guests attending the Soiree that can take home the item at the end of the evening on January 31st.
• Individuals who can pick items up in Anchorage, AK on Sunday February 1st from 10:00am - 7:00pm, Monday from 9:00am - 12:00pm.
• Individuals who can pick items up at the Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward, AK, February - April, 2026.