Known as the "Last Lady of the River" she was built in Nenana, Alaska in 1932 and launched in 1933. This 247 foot wooden hull boat carried both passengers and freight along with her crew of 32.
The SS Nenana operated on the Yukon and Tanana rivers until 1954 and she was named a National Historic Landmark in 1989.
Hours: 12:00 pm-8:00 pm Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day
The Kitty Hensley House Museum has been located at Pioneer Park since 1967.
Our pioneer lady, Kitty Hensley arrived in Fairbanks in 1907 and was the original owner of this Queen Anne style house and of the riverboat the "Florence S".
You are invited to stop in and visit this unique museum which reflects how early day pioneer homemakers were an integral part of settling Fairbanks.
Harding Car
Cost: FREE
Hours: 12:00 pm-8:00 pm Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day
The Harding Car is also known as the Denali Car. President Warren G. Harding rode in this car when he came to Alaska in 1923 to drive the Golden Spike for the Alaska Railroad, completing the 500 mile long line. Harding was the first President to visit Alaska.
Operated by the Interior and Arctic Alaska Aeronautical Foundation
Cost: Individual Price: $5/Adult Group Price: $10 for up to 4 adults Children up to 12: FREE if accompanied by an adult.
Hours: 12:00 pm-6:00 pm Thursday - Saturday Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day
Housed in the gold dome, the Interior and Arctic Alaska Aeronautical Foundation operates a historical aviation museum. The museum features aircraft and memorabilia from the Alaska air adventures of yesteryear. The museum displays aircraft used in Alaska from 1913 to 1948.
Pioneer Museum
Operated by the Pioneers of Alaska
Cost: Donation Requested $5.00 suggested amount
Hours: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day
The Fairbanks Pioneer Museum features areas of interest, such as communications, transportation, farming, tools, native culture and of course mining. Items in these areas were donated to the Museum by early pioneers and gold seekers.
Come and view many authentic displays including professionals, musical instruments and general store.
Learn about the early pioneer’s daily challenges and let your mind experience what was needed to survive in the North.
Engine #1 will not operate during the 2021 Season due to train tressle/track repairs. Check back with our office at 459-1087 for updates to train status.
Operated by the Friends of the Tanana Valley Railroad
Cost: FREE
Hours: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day
Hours: 12:00 pm-8:00 pm Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day
Originally situated on the corner of 1st Avenue and Noble Street. It was the first house in Fairbanks built with milled lumber and a white picket fence. The lot was purchased in April, 1904 by Judge James Wickersham for $175. He built the house himself that same spring, hauling the lumber down the street on his back. The house was moved to A-67 in 1967, partially restored by the City of Fairbanks in 1977, and placed on the Historic National Register in April, 1979.
The Tanana Yukon Historical Society collects and shares State and local historical knowledge through public lectures and events; historical preservation and cultural resource management projects; historical grant writing and administration; and operation of the Wickersham House Museum.
Please visit our website or Facebook page for more information about the Tanana Yukon Historical Society
