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1 day ago · Alaska (/ ə ˈ l æ s k ə / ⓘ ə-LASS-kə) is a non-contiguous U.S. state on the northwest extremity of North America. It is in the Western United States region and is considered to be the northernmost, westernmost, and easternmost (the Aleutian Islands cross the antimeridian into the eastern hemisphere) state in the United States.
- History of Alaska
The history of Alaska dates back to the Upper Paleolithic...
- Demographics of Alaska
Alaska has the largest Quaker population (by percentage) of...
- Sitka
Sitka (Tlingit: Sheetʼká; Russian: Ситка) is a unified...
- Fairbanks
Fairbanks is a home rule city and the borough seat of the...
- Flag of Alaska
The state flag of Alaska displays eight gold stars, forming...
- Anchorage
Anchorage (Tanaina: Dgheyay Kaq'; Dgheyaytnu), officially...
- Delegations
Since Alaska became a U.S. state in 1959, it has sent...
- Alaska House of Representatives
The Alaska State House of Representatives is the lower house...
- Alaska Purchase
The Alaska Purchase saw the Russian Empire transfer Alaska...
- United States Senator
Alaska was admitted to the Union on January 3, 1959....
- History of Alaska
May 27, 2024 · A Geological Wonderland in Alaska. From a geological perspective, Adam’s Inlet in Alaska has undergone major changes in the blink of an eye. Just 130 years ago, the inlet was covered by ice hundreds of meters thick. Today, it is ice-free.
2 days ago · Alaska, constituent state of the United States of America. Admitted to the union as the 49th state on January 3, 1959, it lies at the extreme northwest of the North American continent. The Alaska Peninsula is the Western Hemisphere’s largest peninsula, and Alaska’s Denali is North America’s highest peak.
May 23, 2024 · Here's a list and map of all the national parks in Alaska, with details about how to get there and what to do inside each park.
May 28, 2024 · Arctic regions of Alaska are important for cultural and economic sustainability and host a wide variety of wildlife species, many of which are of conservation and management interest to the U.S. Department of the Interior.
6 days ago · Discover 31 fascinating facts about Anchorage, Alaska, from its stunning landscapes to its rich history and vibrant culture.
May 28, 2024 · The Alaska Film Archives holds more than 10,000 Alaska films and videos available for viewing and use by patrons and researchers. Not sure where to start? Watch Accessing the Library's Film Archives for your research.
