One of the most interesting anthropological sites in the region, where the uneasy marriage of the Athabascan and Russian Orthodox cultures is enshrined. The interior of St Nicholas Church is modeled after Noah’s ark while outdoor altars abound, including a heartfelt lean-to for St Herman, patron saint of Alaska. The most revealing structures, however, are the 80 brightly colored spirit boxes in the nearby Denáina Athabascan cemetery. Invest your time in one of the half-hour tours.
Eklutna Village Historical Park
Anchorage Region
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24.3 MILES
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19.73 MILES
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Independence Mine State Historical Park
23.3 MILES
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27.43 MILES
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29.63 MILES
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24.7 MILES
Housed in the city’s oldest wooden-framed home, this little museum overlooks the delightful Elderberry Park. Anderson was the 18th American settler to set…
24.09 MILES
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24.3 MILES
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