Anchorage Memories Blog

Bettles, Alaska and a Pioneering Man from Montana by Michael R Dougherty

Have you ever heard of Bettles, Alaska? The story of Bettles is the tale of a Gold Strike and two tiny towns near the Arctic Circle.

See the Beautiful Site Summit Star, a Surprise Gift to Anchorage, Alaska by Michael R Dougherty

Discover the history of what has become an Anchorage icon in this edition of Alaska Stories.

Meet the Shrewd, Ruthless Man who Founded Fairbanks, Alaska by Michael R Dougherty

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?

The Fascinating Story of the Matanuska Coal Fields by Michael R Dougherty

Did you know that coal played an important part in the history of Alaska and Anchorage? You'll visit the Matanuska Coal Fields in this edition of Alaska Stories.

This is the Remarkable Z.J. Loussac by Michael R Dougherty

Do you remember the ZJ Loussac Library in downtown Anchorage? ZJ Loussac was an outstanding Anchorage pioneer and this is his story.

Did You Watch These Popular Anchorage, Alaska Kid's TV Shows? by Michael R Dougherty

Do you remember the Mother Moose show, KoKo the KENI Klown, the Buckaroos, HiJinks, Romper Room and Through the Magic Window? You'll love this edition.

Popular Anchorage, Alaska Restaurant Memories that will Make You Hungry by Michael R Dougherty

Take a look at some favorite restaurants in Anchorage. Some are only a memory.