Fairbanks Community & Dog Mushing Museum

Fairbanks


A small but packed museum that traces the city’s history through old photos, newspaper clippings and historical artifacts from daily life. One room focuses exclusively on sled-dog history and culture. The museum is located on the second floor of the Co-op Plaza Building.


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