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Did you know Merrill Field was first named “Aviation Field”? Meet Anchorage Pioneer, Russel Hyde Merrill in this edition.

Feb 19

Did you know that the Alaska State Fair started in Anchorage? Do you know what year the carnival rides began?

Feb 12

You're about to discover the beginning of the ALCAN Highway.

Feb 5

Did you know that Fairbanks was founded because of a series of mishaps? And that it got its name following a conversation with a judge?

Jan 8

Do you know who started Providence Hospital in Anchorage? Did you know that the first hospital in Anchorage was for Railroad employees?

Jan 1

What are your favorite memories of Christmas in Anchorage, Alaska?

Dec 23, 2022

Did you know that the Kennecott Mines, northeast of Valdez were one of the richest copper deposits ever discovered?

Dec 18, 2022

Did you know that the “Site Summit Star” was actually a gift to Anchorage? Discover the history of what has become an Anchorage icon.

Dec 4, 2022

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