The Sitka History Museum originally opened its doors in 1967 to provide educational programs and exhibits to the community. It …
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Sunday, July 15, marked the 95th anniversary of the completion of construction on the Alaska Railroad. If you are not …
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There is no place like the Last Frontier to celebrate the summer solstice. In some Far North communities, the sun …
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Scientist and former University of Alaska Fairbanks faculty member Matt Nolan is reaching new peaks in precision mapping of Denali. …
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The Alaska Aviation Museum opened two new exhibits showcasing the 75th commemorative anniversary of the recapture of the Japanese-held islands …
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The news: Gov. Bill Walker recently endorsed the memorializing of Alaska’s military heritage and exploration of creating an Alaska Military …
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What makes Ketchikan, a quaint town of 14,000 people in Southeast Alaska, so unique? The Tongass Historical Museum is trying …
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On the last Monday of March, the rest of the country goes about its business as usual. In Alaska though, …
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In 1987, Congress declared March national Women’s History Month to honor and celebrate the integral role women play in shaping …
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Nov. 22, 2017, marks the Alaska Highway’s 75th anniversary. Covering approximately 1,400 miles, the Alcan starts in Dawson Creek, British …
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Oct. 18, Alaska’s official state holiday, marks the Alaska Transfer of Russian America to the United States, which occurred with …
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Over the summer, the Alaska Oil and Gas Association joined its members to mark the 40th anniversary of production at …