University of Alaska Fairbanks is the original campus of the state's university system, having been founded in as the Alaska Agricultural College and School of Mines. On a clear day visitors can see Mount McKinley from the Alaska Range viewpoint on campus that includes a display detailing the mountainous horizon.
Guided campus tours on most weekdays. T he museum is home to the Gallery of Alaska, which examines the geology, history and unusual aspects of each region of the state. Here visitors can view the museum's most famous exhibit, Blue Babe: a 36,year-old bison found preserved in the permafrost by Fairbanks-area miners.
In the Rose Berry Alaska Art Gallery are northern works ranging from ancient ivory carvings to contemporary photographs. In the museum' theater, special programs are shown throughout the day, including an amazing multimedia presentation on the northern lights.
The Yukon is staged in February along a 1,mile route between Fairbanks and Whitehorse. Midnight sun baseball games and Alaska Native arts and cultural festivals top the list. Escape to the transformative natural beauty of Alaska. Get the inside scoop with our official State of Alaska Vacation Guide.
This website uses cookies to analyze traffic and customize content on this site. By clicking OK and using this website, you are agreeing to our privacy policy regarding the use of cookies. About Fairbanks Tanana Athabascan: Ch'elaat'uudze Yekh Locals embrace the natural world and have created a vibrant river city in the far north. Things to do Fairbanks is one of Alaska's best year-round destinations and visitors will find plenty to do whether they come for the long, warm summer days or to watch spectacular northern lights coloring the night sky during Aurora Season.
Midnight Sun Whether you plan on going on a nature hike, watching a glorious garden grow, floating down the Chena River or having a late-night dessert on an outdoor deck, the rousing Midnight Sun Season is awesome and energizing.
Northern Lights Viewing Fairbanks is one of the best places to view the northern lights in Alaska due to its location, hours of darkness in the winter, and auroral activity. Winter Activities Fairbanks's top-of-the-world location also makes it one of the best places on earth to see the captivating light of the aurora borealis, view amazing outdoor ice sculptures, and experience the exhilarating sport of dog mushing.
Downtown Fairbanks Built alongside the Chena River, downtown Fairbanks is bustling year-round with a variety of shops, restaurants, museums, the Golden Heart Plaza, and historical buildings. Pioneer Park Just a couple miles away from downtown is Pioneer Park , Alaska's only historic theme park.
Canoeing With the Chena River running through the middle of the city, Fairbanks offers a wide variety of canoeing opportunities from leisurely day trips to overnight trips.
Fishing Charter fishing operators based in Fairbanks offer a wide range of adventures for visiting anglers. Gold Panning Have a case of gold fever? Staying in Fairbanks From large hotels to cozy cabins, Fairbanks has a wide variety of accommodation options. History Fairbanks dates back to , when E. Attractions Alaska Native Museum Another Pioneer Park attraction, the Alaska Native Museum houses both indoor and outdoor demonstration areas, a museum devoted to the Athabascan culture and arts and a gift shop.
Your Alaska Photos - TravelAlaska. Warm up in the naturally heated mineral waters of Rock Lake. Explore More. Explore the Chena River. Travel along the river by historic sternwheeler, jetboat, canoe or raft. Go Dog Sledding. Experience Fairbanks Festivals. Visit the Museums. Chase the Northern Lights. Watch the aurora borealis dance across the sky in Fairbanks. Experience the Wildlife. A big, beautiful state. Mission Statement It is the mission of the City of Fairbanks to provide quality essential services to all City residents to ensure Fairbanks is a vibrant place to live, work, thrive, and visit.
Vision Statement It is the vision of the City of Fairbanks to celebrate the uniqueness of Fairbanks while acknowledging our past, present, and future.
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An Unforgettable Journey. This place that many dream about visiting is driving miles or air miles north of Fairbanks. Visit Colorful Places Nearby.
This ,square-mile inland area between the Alaska Range to the south and the Brooks Range to the north comprises about 30 percent of the state. Beautiful landscapes and charming small towns are found throughout the Interior. Summer Sun, Winter Fun. In the far north, seasons are exciting and different. Fall is incredibly beautiful yet brief, spring is joyful and quick, and summer and winter are guaranteed: warm, sunny days during summer months and cold, snowy days during the winter.
Land of the Midnight Sun. Long known as the Land of the Midnight Sun, Fairbanks experiences 70 straight days of sunshine during this time period and people are energized and on the go at all hours. Aurora Borealis Midnight Sun. Can I see the Aurora right now? Aurora Season: August April 21 Check back frequently to see how up-to-the-minute, real-time aurora viewing opportunities change based on current aurora activity, weather and daylight.
When can I see the Midnight Sun? Midnight Sun Season: April August 20 Change the date on the calendar to see how the amount of daylight hours changes throughout the year. Click on place names to see how chances of seeing the aurora borealis differs based on location. Click on place names to see how the chances of seeing the midnight sun differ based on location. View Map.
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