History
Indian Valley Mine – A Little Golden Jewel Just South of Anchorage
The Indian Valley Mine operational since 1920 invites visitors to explore Tucked away just south of Anchorage, the Indian Valley Mine offers a glimpse into the historical impact of gold mining on the[...]
Rhymes of the Wilderness – The Legacy of Robert W. Service
Robert Service - The Bard of the Yukon Known as "The Bard of the Yukon," Robert was a British-Canadian poet and writer celebrated for his evocative poetry depicting the harsh realities of the[...]
Fiery Heart of St. Augustine Volcano
Science and History of St. Augustine Volcano in the Aluetian Volcanic Arc This striking volcano, standing at 4,134 feet tall, is among the most active in the area. It sits atop its own[...]
The Demise of the “Soapy” Smith Gang Ends in a Shootout
"King of the Frontier Con-Men" Born in Newnan, Georgia, on November 2, 1860, Smith came from a well-off and educated family background. His great-grandfather owned a renowned plantation in the area, and his[...]
Harvesting Herring Roe in Alaska
The unique and sustainable method of harvesting herring eggs has been practiced for generations. In the pristine waters of Alaska, a unique and sustainable method of harvesting herring eggs has been practiced for[...]
Belinda Mulrooney
The Wealthiest Woman in the Klondike On the brink of St Patrick's Day, a little history of Irish in Alaska - Over a century ago, following the Klondike gold discovery, approximately 100,000 individuals ventured north,[...]
Russian Creole Pioneers of Alaska
In the context of Russian Alaska, "Creole" did not refer to a racial group but was instead used to identify someone as a "colonial citizen" within the Russian Empire. This status afforded Creoles several advantages,[...]
The Birth of a Legend – The Alaska’s Sealife Center
The inception of the Alaska SeaLife Center traces back over a quarter of a century, initiated by the foresight of community leaders in Seward who sought to expand the research capabilities of the University of[...]
Will We Beat the Legendary Snowfall Record in 2023-2024?
As of January 30th, Anchorage has already received an unprecedented 104.9 inches of snow, marking the earliest occurrence of the city reaching 100 inches or more of snow, surpassing this milestone on the 29th not[...]
Annabelle: A Baby Elephants Tale and The History of the Alaska Zoo
For more than five decades, The Alaska Zoo, previously known as The Alaska Children's Zoo, has held a cherished place in the heart of the Last Frontier. Its remarkable journey commenced in August of[...]