An exhibit of the humorous art of Jeff Brown is featured at the Sheldon Museum through May 24.

Called Alaska’s “Minister of Merriment,” Brown has won statewide laurels for his zany creations, ranging from the “Swiss Army Ulu” to the Juneau What newspaper and Real Alaskan magazine.

He’s also a musician, magician, political satirist and radio producer.

Brown came to Alaska as a Coast Guard medic in 1975 and later worked for Juneau’s public radio…