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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[...]
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[...]
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,[...]
The Perilous Voyage of the Clara Nevada
The Alaska Gold Rush wouldn't be fully told without a touch of mystery. Every gold rush has its eerie moments, and the Alaska Gold Rush was no exception. Among its perplexing tales, one stands out—the[...]
Wiseman, Alaska: A Timeless Oasis Along the Dalton Highway
Nestled beyond the Arctic Circle, just past Coldfoot and alongside the Dalton Highway, lies Wiseman, Alaska – a place where the past and present harmoniously coexist. Established in 1908, this tiny town was once a[...]