Midnight Sun Martial Arts Academy

Get a sharper glimpse of the future when you take a fascinating look back when you visit the Alaska Historical Society. This non-profit, volunteer-based organization's primary goal is to promote and preserve the various aspects of Alaska's history through the exchange of ideas and information as well as the education of the area's population about its heritage. There are various exhibits, attractions, and presentations held throughout the year.

You and your sweetheart will enjoy taking a cruise unlike any other when you both get on board the Riverboat Discovery. Your hearts will be beating with excitement as the two of you go on a romantic riverboat ride into the heart of Alaska's natural beauty and compelling history. A floatplane taking off on a “bush” style runway, the historic home of Susan Butcher and insights into the Athabascan Indian culture are among the many highlights of this popular excursion.

Every spring, the University of Alaska Fairbanks presents the Festival of Native Arts. This well-attended event provides cultural education and sharing through native dance, music, and traditional arts. The festival has been a tradition in Fairbanks since it began in 1973 and continues to uphold the noteworthy tradition of bringing together artists, performers, and groups that celebrate native cultures in various creative and entertaining ways. There are also many local and regional sponsors that contribute time and resources to ensure the success of this endeavor.

Nature lovers and history buffs will have plenty to talk about when visiting Mosquito Lake. Not only is the lake visually appealing with its eye-catching surroundings and tranquil waters, but it also has a historical significance. The area has been occupied intermittently over the past 4,000 years by the ancestors of the modern Nunamiut Eskimos. This was most likely their hunting grounds on which they captured caribou and Dall sheep. In a sense, it is an outdoor living history lesson that is a pleasure to experience and learn.