Part of a continuing weekly series on Alaska history by local historian David Reamer. Have a question about Anchorage or Alaska history or an idea for a future article? Go to the form at the bottom of ...

Known as a white elephant for its lack of practicality, the steamer still managed to get into its share of adventures in the late 19th century.

Alaska historian and Distinguished Professor Emeritus Stephen Haycox walks through the honor aisle after receiving the Meritorious Service Award during the University of Alaska Anchorage's 2025 Spring ...

Alaska’s Latino community has roots stretching back long before statehood. In fact, according to Gabriela Olmos Rosas, a doctoral student at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, Alaska’s Latino roots ...

In his recent book “Black History in the Last Frontier,” University of Alaska Anchorage history professor Ian Hartman sheds light on the contributions Black people have made in Alaska before and after ...

The history of reindeer in Alaska is complex. To help me understand I interviewed Nathan Muus, writer, musician, and yoiker. Muus is a Sámi American leader who’s been involved in the Sámi American ...

We discuss how Filipino culture and history contributes to the vibrant communities across the state. Filipino Americans are one of the largest resident demographics in Alaska with a long, rich history ...

With more than 10,000 years of human history, the state offers boundless opportunities to connect with the living culture of Alaska Native peoples Covering an expansive 663,000 square miles of ...