The Museum of the North focuses on natural history, with a collection spanning from the animal kingdom to glaciers. The museum also houses displays relating to Alaska's artistic and cultural heritage. Admission is free for University of Alaska students and faculty, while adults pay $7 and children under 14 years old are only charged $1.
This was an enjoyable day with my two daughters Gracie and Mia and 2 grandchildren. I was surprised how much that the children were able to interact with the items. They had a blast. it's a beautiful building, beautiful view. They had a little scavenger hunt and received cute little stickers for achieving the task. It's not a large Museum, but have interesting well laid out display. You could spend about an hour and a half there there is lots to see wear a jacket, it gets pretty Windy
CAJUN ALASKAN — Google review
The museum has exhibitions on animals in Alaska, history of the Russian-American deal of Alaska, movies about aurora and other topics and some art work; overall, it’s interesting but at a relatively smaller scale. There’s almost no wait when we visited in mid-March, so purchasing tickets in advance might not be necessary. There’s some parking space outside of the museum. The aurora movie was informative and provided some fun scientific context about aurora. The view point outside of the museum was also nice to see the view of mountains in Alaska.
Da-Wang Wu — Google review
Great stop to learn about Alaskan life and history. There are two floors with lots of art and animal exhibits. Don’t miss the Aurora experience playing in the theater. We really enjoyed our visit.
Laurie Olds — Google review
Our family visited the U of A Museum of the North last weekend, and thoroughly enjoyed our time. There's so many exhibits on display, and every single one of them piqued our interests. This is an awesome place to visit if you want to learn about Alaskan history. There's also a beautiful art museum upstairs. Definitely one of the best museums I've visited. **Disclaimer: The bus isn't on display in the museum yet as of November 2021. It is undergoing repairs, but will supposedly be placed in the museum when finished.**
Marie — Google review
Amazing place to visit! If you’re in Fairbanks it should be a no brained to add this to your stops. Incredible collections of native and Russian art, as well as beautiful taxidermy, fossils and interactive natural history. Anyone visiting the city should be sure to make this a stop. Only takes an hour or two to see, and absolutely worth it.
Maddy Mace — Google review
A most interesting display of the history of Alaska. Lots of artworks on the second level. Lots to see. Expect to spend at least a couple hours there. Discounted admission for seniors, military and Alaska residents. Clean restrooms. Gift shop at the entry. Lots of parking.
Dave Schneider — Google review
Definitely a must visit stop in Fairbanks. A well laid out museum with great displays and terrific information. It’s one of those places you could visit several times to take it all in. We enjoyed it with the kids
Steven Baryluk — Google review
Great museum that tells you a lot about Alaska history. Both recent as in Alaska's involvement in World War II, How the Japanese citizens in Alaska were treated badly pursuant to President Roosevelt's executive order 9066. And It features ancient history such as the types of dinosaurs that roamed Alaska's lands. Kids will especially love this part. There's a mastodon skeleton as well . They also have a very neat exhibit where somebody has extrapolated what the northern lights would sound like. So relaxing just to sit in there and listen.
Debbie Casalie — Google review
This place was awesome. So glad we came here on our visit to Fairbanks. So many cool things you won't see anywhere else and a lot of them you're allowed to touch. How often can you handle a dinosaur or mammoth bone?
fieldnstreamer — Google review
Great museum highlighting the people, animals, places, and history of Alaska. The art gallery on the second floor was a highlight. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.
Chris Aaront — Google review
Museum has great details about Alaska and tundras. Loved their display. Entry was simple and overall a 2 hour good time to spend and learn. There are many puzzles and activities for children. All the displays were well managed and very informative.
La N — Google review
Excellent place, a lot of good information. Staff is great. And the program that they have is excellent. The kids are so involved on what they doing and present the history in a motivated way. Culture and heritage to the next level.
Hector Gonzalez — Google review
Nice stop in Fairbanks. The exhibits are good and cover a wide range of Alaska topics. The aurora film was quite good but you shouldn’t have to pay $5 more to watch it. Include films with the entrance fee please.
Noelle McGarvey — Google review
Probably one of the most fascinating museums I’ve been to that specifically looks at a state and region’s history. If you’re a history buff, this is a great museum located in the heart of Alaska. Lots of great information on the people that lived in Alaska far before it was purchased by the US from Russia.
Scott Coble — Google review
This was a great local museum. If you want to know about Alaskan wildlife or native history its a good place to start without being overwhelming. They show 30 min. movies for $5.00 about the aurora or whales, etc. Parking also quite affordable and theres a shuttle between here, the large animal research center and the test gardens. Perfect for a couple of hours.
Ingrid Hill — Google review
This museum gives you the real understanding of the Alaska way of life, now and then.
It's a treat for all ages and is an eye opener to the Native Alaskan culture and to Alaska's rich history beginning with it being part of Russia.
The Northern Lights exhibit/movie is awesome and we were very surprised to know that the Northern Lights emit some kind of a sound which is played at the movie.
The lady at the reception was very nice and greeted us visitors with warmth.
The gift store is good too.
A must visit for all those who are visiting Fairbanks.
Highly recommended. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Ajay Sreedharan — Google review
Just returned from the University of Alaska Museum of the North and wow, it was an unforgettable experience! This place is a treasure trove of Alaskan heritage and natural history. The moment you step in, you're greeted with a vast array of exhibits that delve into millions of years of biological diversity and thousands of years of cultural traditions. The museum's collection, over 2.5 million artifacts and specimens, is just astounding.
Walking through the Gallery of Alaska was like stepping back in time. Seeing Blue Babe, the almost 50,000-year-old mummified steppe bison, was simply surreal. The state's largest public display of gold shimmered under the exhibit lights, capturing the essence of Alaska's rich resources.
The Rose Berry Alaska Art Gallery took my breath away with its incredible 2,000-year spectrum of Alaska art. From ancient ivory carvings to contemporary paintings and sculptures, the depth and diversity of Alaskan artistry were on full display.
And then, "The Place Where You Go to Listen" – it's unlike anything I've experienced before. It's a sound and light installation that changes with the real-time movements of the sun, moon, seismic activity, and the aurora. It felt like nature was speaking directly to me.
The museum isn't just about observing; it's about engaging and learning. The education programs and family events they offer are testament to their commitment to community and learning. I was particularly impressed by the variety of topics and activities available, making science and culture accessible to all ages.
This visit was more than just a day at the museum; it was an educational journey that offered insights into the natural wonders and cultural fabric of Alaska and the Arctic. The University of Alaska Museum of the North is truly a gem, blending research, education, and public engagement in a way that leaves a lasting impression. If you ever find yourself in Fairbanks, this museum is a must-visit!
I P — Google review
We have visited the Museum of the North a couple of times now, and it never disappoints!
There are many exhibits that cover a range of important facets of interior life, but the real stunner - in my opinion - are the art exhibits!
This place features a LOT to take in. Be prepared to spend several hours going through all the exhibits!
Charlie Morse — Google review
Best museum in Fairbanks! Exploring the variety of animals that have existed and thrived in Alaska was an enlightening experience, with exhibits so lifelike and impressive. After my visit, I remain in awe of how Mother Nature has nurtured every precious species.
Krystal Chen — Google review
I make it a point to visit any and all museums wherever I go - this one did not disappoint - the grounds are spacious the exhibits are packed with a lot of information, the gift shop fun. when I visited they had an open house and had different departments open for the public to see behind the scenes & speak with staff.
Patricia Magana — Google review
My husband and I had a great time at the Museum of the North. The ticket price of $20 seems reasonable given the quality and collection of exhibits provided on the Alaskan wildlife and local history. Though my personal favorite were the microscope stations with the various insects in resin; we also spent quite a while inspecting our nails and hair strands, which proved to be highly interesting under the lens. Note that as of the date of this review (per their website), parking is $.75/hr. or $5/day but is free after 5pm and on weekends.
Linda Dean — Google review
Remarkable museum that includes interactive displays. You can breathe the pride they have in this institution. This museum possesses a diverse yet concise collection of the culture and art of Alaska, past and present.
Deborah Ferrer — Google review
An absolute gem in Fairbanks, the Museum of the North offers a silent room that is a sanctuary of peace, allowing deep reflection amidst artifacts that narrate Alaska's story. It's a must-visit for the soul-searching traveler.
My visit to the Museum of the North was an enlightening journey through Alaska's rich history and diverse cultures. The museum's exhibits are thoughtfully curated, offering a deep dive into the natural history, indigenous cultures, and artistic expressions of the North.
Each gallery provided unique insights, from the impressive display of Alaskan wildlife and the comprehensive collection.
The Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum is a family-owned and operated museum dedicated to preserving Alaskan automotive history. The museum features over 100 rare cars dating back to the early 20th century, as well as vintage clothing pieces from throughout human history. Visitors can explore the museum's exhibits in depth or take a guided tour.
The vehicles are before and around the WW2 time frame. All but 3 are still driven. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. They take the time to explain the vehicles and their history. There is a small gift shop to purchase memorabilia. An excellent place to visit.
Gerda McGlocklin — Google review
What a gem!
The collection would be fantastic in the lower 48, to find it here in Alaska is simply amazing. The cars are one of a kind and in amazing condition. The fact that almost all of them run (only 3 didn't when I visited) at least once a year is almost unbelievable, except, there are videos of them running throughout the museum and they're planning on giving rides on one of them later in the month.
Truly worth the visit.
Autumn S — Google review
This place is truly a hidden gem. Fantastic history of automotive industry with period correct clothing on display with many of the vehicles. They also have a few unique vehicles designed and built by Alaskan citizens to handle the cold and unforgiving environment. Very large self guided tour, so plan to have a great day here!
Mark Collins — Google review
Wow! A great collection of vintage automobiles, of the 1930s and older.
In addition, many many period clothing is displayed on mannequins.
Most of the cars are beautifully restored.
All of the cars run, and are driven on occasion.
Winter hours are limited to only being open two days a week.
Greg Salo — Google review
Absolutely loved visiting Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum with my family. The collection is unbelievable, such an exceptional collection of restored antique cars. The knowledge staff/volunteers make the experience even better. If you are considering visiting and love cars & history, this museum is a gem - definitely make the trip out.
Santiago Caraballo — Google review
Absolutely one of a kind collection of vintage cars..! Amazing..! The lady was nice. As it was closing time, she gave us a card to come back next day.. For the same ticket, with no extra charges.
Panju Prithviraj — Google review
This museum was really well thought out. The classic cars are the really OLD classic cars. Which was amazing. We spent about an hour at this stop, but can imagine that you will spend more if you stop and read everything.
Nikol Richards — Google review
It's amazing to see such automobile museum in this area. If it is a big city, then it might be understandable, but in Fairbanks, I don't think it is easy to have such huge collections.
Very nice place to visit to see antique steam and electric cars. Well maintained!
Tony Chote — Google review
Such an interesting museum. We were expecting to see a collection of beautiful cars, but were blown away that it seemed almost every one was incredibly unique. Amazing to see some creative technological innovations and read stories from their past. They had the perfect amount of exhibits and signs that I didn’t feel overwhelmed. The docents there were SO passionate about the cars. They would come by and tell you neat facts that may not have been on the sign, or elaborate on things that were hard to understand. All of the cars were restored to showroom condition too!
Alex Hutcheson — Google review
Absolutely loved this museum. The cars were beautiful, but I firm's myself reading more about the clothing from each time period. I enjoyed how this museum was set up so you walk through the evolution of cars and clothing. The details in the information plaques was quite entertaining. Definitely a must see when in Fairbanks!
Christy Honaker — Google review
A beautiful antique car museum with 80+ cars on display. Tickets are $18 for adults, and we were there for about 1.5-2hrs. These cars are all restored and maintained by the museum, and almost all can be driven on the roads! The employees and volunteers and so knowledgeable and friendly - they truly helped answer so many questions and teach us so many fun facts. This is truly a one of a kind museum and should be visited by all people (especially car enthusiasts!). Make sure you plan your trip in the winter since the hours are much more limited.
Harley M — Google review
This was an amazing visit. So many cars and they all run except 3. The best collection of old cars I've ever seen. In the Spring and Summer time they drive them and give rides to guest. Truly an amazing place to visit and see. The music they play is the music from the time of the cars. They also display many outfits that were worn in the good old days. I saw over 80 cars here today. If you visit Fairbanks, you must stop by and visit Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum.💯 Ask for Steven, he will teach you some history.
Omar Lopez (Marejo) — Google review
Beautiful museum with history lining each walkway. Whether you enjoy cars or fashion or simply want to better understand the origins of your favorite auto related things, this is the place. Wonderful people at the front entrance allowed for a pleasant experience full of interesting information.
Kaitlyn Rose — Google review
Beautifully done and well maintained museum. The blend of history and design, art and technology, makes this place a living TED Talk. The docents are enthusiastic and knowledgeable, and with the mix of original fashions of the times, photographs, and short videos, there is something to entertain everyone. Limited winter hours require you to plan a bit more carefully: don't go if you're short of time no less than 2 1/2 hrs can do it any kind of justice and frankly, I could lose a day there! It is entirely worth the entrance fee.
Julie Shannon — Google review
Can't say enough good things about this place. We had heard good things but we were still skeptical. But it is the best and most unique auto/historical museum we have ever seen. It is a must go to for everyone. The vehicles and historical clothing are extraordinary. There are many 1 of a knd items. We didn't want to leave. The Docent Steven is the most knowledgeable person you will ever meet. He could answer every question and probably had a video on his phone for more additional information. If you are anywhere near Fairbanks it is definitely worth it.
Perry Abel — Google review
If I could give this museum 10 stars I would. It was the most enjoyable auto museum I've ever been too. It is so unique in that it has the complimentary antique clothing /accessory collection to go along with the gorgeous automobiles. We went on an Alaskan cruise and then did a week of travel by land and call me crazy but what I remember the most and thoroughly enjoyed was this museum. I dearly wish it was somewhere in the United States and not in Alaska. I would dearly love to visit it again but it's so far I don't think I will again get the pleasure. ( I do still have my beautiful photos I took on my phone)The automobiles were so pristine and beautiful huge and diverse selection of very clean autos. There were some novelty cars, some rare, one tiny and extreme luxury. The museum was on the ground of Wedgewood resort and thank goodness we stayed there or I could have missed out on this gem. The clothing collection was extensive and in perfect condition. Lots of variety and gorgeous accessories. There were vintage driving and hiking outfits as well as bejeweled gowns and even some accessories made from beetles shells that had a moment in style history. If anyone is even near Fairbanks I highly recommend visiting this gorgeous well maintain and preserved vintage auto and fashion museum.
Nadine Wright — Google review
Fantastic display of old cars, many of them rare. You can spend well over an hour looking at all the beautiful cars. Lots of displays of period clothing too. Lots of interesting facts about each car is displayed.
The Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center is a great place to learn about Alaska's Native culture, history, and more. It has an amazing free exhibit that will give you a great overview of what makes this state so special.
The Cultural and Visitor Center is surprisingly interesting! Initially, I didn’t expect too much from a visitor center, but I quickly realized that they had some of the best curation of exhibitions in Fairbanks! Highly recommend to all the visitors coming to Fairbanks. Also, visitors can get an aurora certificate from the visitor center as a souvenir. Don’t forget to check out the antler arch next to the building!
Da-Wang Wu — Google review
Great stop in Fairbanks to learn about Alaskan culture. Spent just under an hour here and really enjoyed all of the exhibits. Be sure to get a picture outside at the antler arch.
Laurie Olds — Google review
Definitely make this your first stop if you visit Fairbanks! They have information and brochures available for many local companies, which is helpful for planning what you might want to see or do in the area. The little museum is fantastic - it's an absolute wealth of knowledge on the city's early history, and it also provides a realistic view of life in the bush. They have a gift shop in the building too. Check out the antler arch while you're there!
Leo Toms — Google review
Very helpful staff with good resources to plan your trip. Also has stamps for your National Park booklet.
Steve Nguyen — Google review
Worth visiting! It was great to learn about the Native people. Beautiful walk through and super nice staff.
amy boggs — Google review
I went there the first day seeking for recomendations and Jared was so kind andhelpful explaining many details that created some good expectations. Nice work of the team and also some aspects of the local culture in a exibition.
PC Morais — Google review
With a guide like Jerry from Explore Fairbanks, we had a great time here! Fun learning experience with TV's, original artifacts and complete Alaskan scenes set up for a better understanding of Alaska's interior.
Check out all of the beaded pieces, they are a highlight of the center. Thanks for the tour!
Sailingdipity — Google review
A visitor centre with clean modern washrooms - even if the gender signs were new to me! Very Alaska-centric!
Plenty of maps and local information. The staff was eager to assist visitors and had lots of accurate advice.
The gift store was closed on my 2 visits - I guess I shall have to return.
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Stewart Loy — Google review
A great visitors centre with a lot of information of places to visit around Fairbanks. The interactive gallery was a great way to understand the history and culture of the area. Also has a gift shop and clean restrooms. The Antler arch is close by.
Mukunthan Senthiappan — Google review
Very nice exhibit and informative. Highly recommended and it’s free!
Don’t forget to take a picture at antler arch near the building
Mink T. — Google review
Jared at the visitors center was so patient, kind, and helpful and answered all of our questions! He gave some excellent recommendations. We also loved visiting the beautiful museum and the antler arch!
Hayden Dry — Google review
This was my first activity upon arriving in AK and it was the perfect starting point of my vacation. I went for the museum aspect and was surprised to find it free to explore. If available, sit through the 1 hour movie. There are tons of brochures and maps of the area, and plenty of people happy to answer questions. The little gift shop was also nice. I am a slow museum visitor, reading all of the plaques, and spent about 1.5 hrs not including the movie time.
Emily Rosén — Google review
This truly needs to be your first stop in Fairbanks when visiting. There are different short-form films that show for free at the center, they are totally worth watching. The folks who work there are so friendly and helpful. Very informative overall.
Christine Haraburda — Google review
Highly recommend any Fairbanks travelers come here first. Very informative and educational place for visitors who want to deeply learn about this city. Like a mini-museum, many exhibits and documentary videos of past residents are displayed here, making people easy and fun to learn the history and lifestyle of them. Various guides, booklets, and maps of different cities are provided for free. Staff here are very nice and helpful, giving good suggestions on your trips in Alaska.
Lifan Yu — Google review
Worthy of recommendation place about the life of Alaska. You can see a very interesting movie at 12:00.
Agi Sky — Google review
We came here to kill time before a red eye flight, on the recommendation of a 30-year Fairbanks local. We weren't expecting much for a free visitor center, but we were so impressed by this place. It's modern, clean, and vast, with genuinely interesting and immersive exhibits, as well as a movie theater showing interesting history and culture (the theater itself was far more comfortable - and empty - than the $20 Museum of the North's theater which we had just come from). There is also a small shop featuring amazing artisan crafts by first nations people. Overall this is an excellent place for anyone with spare time in Fairbanks looking to warm or rest up after a late night chasing Aurora before a red eye flight. Highly recommended.
Just Revyooz — Google review
A great place to learn about the Alaskan culture and history. The staff members are very friendly and they have 4 very informative movies per day you can watch for free. Highly recommend stopping by.
Priyanka Jayadeva — Google review
Makes for a good first stop while in Fairbanks lots of information about what you can do in Fairbanks. They also have an exhibit detailing Fairbank's history and more broadly Alaska's.
Pioneer Park is a 44-acre amusement park located in Fairbanks, Alaska, which showcases the history of the city through buildings, shops, food, entertainment and train rides. The park is open year-round and free to enter; self-contained RVs can park for $12 per night.
Pioneer Park was a fun place to visit. It’s a great place to hang out with family and friends. We enjoyed our visit here and we will definitely come here next time we are in Fairbanks! We walked around and looked around Pioneer Park. There’s lots to see and experience. There were swings for the family as you can see from the pictures.
Gayle V — Google review
This is truly one of the most extensive public parks that I've had the pleasure of visiting. There are many different exhibits for people with all interests, not to mention that it's all very affordable considering the activity level you experience.
The vendors here, to me, do a wonderful job of embodying what Fairbanks history is really about. Public parks in different cities should strive to provide their citizens with experiences similar to this one!
Noah — Google review
Good place to check out and take children. Love the colorful cabins, the pioneer flight museum, and the friendly staff and shops.
Emi B — Google review
We enjoyed it and would go again. Lots of interesting historic buildings and museums,and its free. The Salmon Bake restaurant looked really good. We were just not hungry enough. You can also camp your RV there for $12. Also free potable water
DUANE HELLE — Google review
This place might be a better start then the Visitors Museum.
The think we liked most was the friendly people in charge , always telling us much more than an information book could give.
The shops offer good price products and I highly recommend this tour.
Haven’t been at the train because it is noise.
MUST GO PLACE for an understanding of how Fairbanks became a town from a forest.
Leticia de Castilho Freire — Google review
Saving and sharing the history of Fairbanks! Some of these cabins are breathtaking and I love seeing how big the S.S Nenana is!!
Something things have been overgrown or down for repairs but this park is still incredible. Highly recommend!
Dar Finn Wright — Google review
We went to Piner Park as part of our ticket to salmon bake.
What a Great park area, they had lots of antique machinery, lots of interesting stories on easy to read plaques, some nature with a small duckpond.(there was a small family of ducks, with probably five or six ducklings)
Lots of picnic tables, the salmon bake buildings were set up great, good use of electronics so that once we paid they simply looked up our name and served us immediately. We made the comment, that if we ever did a Alaska cruise again, we would start in Fairbanks and give ourselves a couple of days to explore this town.
I saw a nice walking path along the river, well-maintained park setting, had some of the stationary exercise equipment along the way.
I saw lots of little mom and pop shops for dinner, crapes, and other eating establishments.
Pioneer Park had an an area, that included several buildings that were re-creations of the original town, each was a little shop whether candy, saloon, etc.
We went to a play, show, at The Palace which was located in the same area.
Overall we had a great time, we overheard many others with the same sentiment!
Chris Rankin — Google review
Lots to do and something for everyone. Salmon Bake is awesome. Palace Theater was very entertaining.
Perry Abel — Google review
Any season, Pioneer Park (known to locals as “Alaska Land”), is a must stop location. They have motorhome overnight parking, eateries, history, quaint shops, and many things to see. There’s a wonderful play area for children, a carousel, a 3 hole disc golf course, and small miniature golf course. Frequent festivals and special events take place at this park throughout the year.
Dana Evans — Google review
Really cute recreation of original downtown Fairbanks. Has actual historic buildings, boat, train and other items . A playground,and a train ride that goes around the park. Food and gift shops available.
Amber Stivers — Google review
Unfortunately everything was closed (in April). They should update the information about it.
Interesting place to visit (if was actually open)
Isabella Fioretti — Google review
This park was wide open and a nice place to walk around. A great place to take your kids it seems like as there are swings and a play area.
There were cute cabins all around with shops inside but most of them were closed before noon on the week day.
I went to the air museum inside the park and absolutely love it!
Lots of history and airplanes to look at, along with aviation history in Alaska.
Stephanie Redder — Google review
Cool place to walk around. None of the stores open until noontime. So although the park is open early don't expect to go in any buildings or shops. The Park itself is very peaceful to walk around before the shops open and you can still see all of the old equipment and cabins. The restrooms were overflowing and could use some cleaning and plumbing work.
Mr Osok — Google review
Great place to grab Soulvaki or other pleasure foods, park for your children, and Museum. This is a half-day experience so come with good shoes and by all means bring your fur babies.
DJ DRAY — Google review
Its a park. Seemed well maintained. Got to cuddle some puppies from Noble Paws. Some cool photo ops and overall pleasant. Wouldn't go at night though. Also pretty sure there was like an AA meeting of some sort, and had 2 people say they were street people and invited us to their room on the boat. Just a bit weird. During summer may have much more things going on.
Stetson Smith — Google review
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Friends of Creamers Field at Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge
The Friends of Creamers Field at Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge is a very popular site to visit in the lovely town of Fairbanks, Alaska. The refuge is known for its beautiful landscape and convenient location, as well as its rich bird life. In addition to hosting many events throughout the year, the refuge also offers a great opportunity to learn more about northern lights and crane.
Winter is not the season for wildlife watching, but even so the sanctuary is a great place for a lengthy walk, either in the open fields or through the woods. The volunteer staff was friendly & helpful. The snow covered trails easy to follow. Easy to access on both the red & blue MACS bus lines.
Robert Davia — Google review
My sister & I added this stop of places to visit. The scenery was breath-taking. The colors was just amazing. Sad we didn't get to see any birds I. The swamp area or other wild life on the hike but it was worth the hike thru the "forest" The gift shop was closed during the time we visited but, this stop is on the list for our return trip to Fairbanks.
Jackie C — Google review
Nice place to go for a walk! Very friendly staff at the Visitor Center!
We visited in April, so we couldn't see any bird ! But we enjoyed a lot.
Isabella Fioretti — Google review
Absolutely beautiful! Didn't see many birds, but probably the wrong time of day/ season. The trails are awesome, and I enjoyed going around the board walks.
Patricia Adkins — Google review
I biked here on a cloudy Monday, I went to the visitor center first, there is a bunch of taxidermy over there, birds and foxes. Then I walked through the trail, i wore a T-shirt and shorts which was not too wise bc there were countless insects especially mosquitoes waiting in the bushes for some blood and it was drizzling suddenly so I headed back and I didn't finish my trail, I promise I'll visit again and maybe bike the trail, beside mosquitoes it was very walkable and lovely, also I see there is a place to lock your bike and parking is very convenient.
Jacques Manuel (JM) — Google review
The walk would be fabulous if they had the money to fix the boardwalks. It was tricky to walk on these
Diane L — Google review
Great for a little hike or picnic, lots of open space, definitely bring bug spray there are a lot of mosquitoes here, peaceful and quiet
Griffin A — Google review
This is a nice place to take a walk. The first week of September and plenty of Sandhill Cranes still here preparing for their winter journey. If you enjoy birds its a must stoo location. Take time for the visitor center as well. Lots of stuffed species to examine and a couple of knowledgeable volunteers who can answer avian questions. Bring a good lens or binoculars when you visit and you will see plenty. Also a great walk through a Boreal Forest if you happen to be from the east, its kind of cool to see. Getting chilly so dress to be outside.
Ingrid Hill — Google review
Would recommend!!! Went for the morning free guided tour of the premises. Mostly for bird watching, but was a little bit of everything, Birds, History, Animals, Gold Rush, etc... Was a lot of fun. Takes about an hour. Dirt trails, but flat, slow going, so can accommodate pretty much anyone, except I don't think a wheel chair would make it. Need big spray head to toe!
Eric Dunlap — Google review
This place is a must if you’re visiting Fairbanks. It’s amazing and overall just beautiful. We enjoyed the walk and scenery so much we had to go a second time! It was a gloomier day compared to the first. Can’t wait to visit again! I’d also like to add that these were taken September 2021 lol.
Steph Guedes — Google review
Great place close to town to see the lights.
Stephen Foster — Google review
Creamers Fields in the perfect place to go for a nice and easy day hike with the family. They have a wide variety of trails that are mostly stroller accessible for those with little ones, and some that are slightly more challenging. The boardwalk trail is amazingly beautiful, but has some areas that are difficult to traverse as the boardwalk is broken in some places and requires you to jump to the next section. Lots of fun though and doable with small kids. If you have not been to this gem of a place yet, you are missing out! Very easy to social distance despite the amount of people who visit. This place is also incredible for bird watching, and has a lot of local history with the old barn and farm house! Go check out Creamers Field today!!
Evan Nunley — Google review
Big pasture with easy paths inside and around it. Folks strolling and running on them. And WONDERFUL opportunity for winged wildlife. Whooping cranes, Canadian geese in this time of the year. Prepare long lenses!
Riccardo Andreoli — Google review
We enjoyed the board walk on a light snowy day. The lake and the forest were colorful and pretty. Saw many people walking dogs there. Also Mark from the visitor center gave us a short educational talk about crane which was fun too!
The University of Alaska Fairbanks is a public university with a great faculty and facilities. The cost is reasonable and the students are involved in their Emergency Management Program. There are great scholarship opportunities here.
I really like this school! Alaska is a unique place and have always wanted to visit, but as Alaska's flagship school, UAF has many graduate-level programs I'm interested in!
Fun fact, it's where students stand in front of the sign in summer clothes when it's minus 40 outside!
Hunter Markowich — Google review
Crazy liberal school. I also found life changing, profound intellectuals teaching there. Walter Skya, Terrance Cole, Sherry Wall, E. Wilner to name a few, brilliant minds. The elementary education department in 2016 refused to allow me to graduate in their program because of “behavioral” differences. I may be a weird dude, I don’t know, but they are anti conservative for sure. This college is not for those in the humanities, but world renowned for engineering and sciences. I obviously went into a humanities program.
Devin Thompson — Google review
Worst set of schools in the entire United States
They like to hold students hostage basically not giving them what they need to transfer to other schools outside of Alaska sadly the advisors don’t advise or advocate for students especially Native American students. My daughter was told she could take classes from all campuses and it would make one complete GPA but that was faulty information because that’s not what happened she ended up getting all As and her GPA should have been a 3.2… this was not the case… she ended up with a 2.9 at UAS…. 2.75 at UAA and 2.0 at UAF… non of these she can get into a better university with… and was told oh well if you spend $$$ we can over time get you where you want to be GPA wise… And was told by an advisor that “ Native students should just stay at native schools”
Kimberlie Masterson — Google review
Constitution Hall-University of Alaska Fairbanks also known as Convention Hall was built in 1955 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2005. This is a cool historical building and a must see. Check it out!
Cam Kay — Google review
Great campus. Has a lot of cool trails behind the dorms. The woods center has some pretty good food to.
tyler mills — Google review
It's a good university with a great faculty and facilities 😊👍
Patrick Prentice — Google review
They have a great Emergency Management Program and I love how involved the professors are with their students. They really want you to do well. The cost is reasonable. I have to take extra classes to graduate (as a transfer student) but no regrets here. Also, there is great scholarship opportunities here.
Kawaii — Google review
Good for the right programs, I guess. If engineering or the natural sciences are your jam, you might try this university, because that's where the money and attention are going. Excellent French program and some good art courses, but some of the programs feel weak or neglected, and overall the classes are extremely hit or miss. I've taken some truly underwhelming courses here and am looking forward to finishing my degree (not in engineering or natural sciences) someplace else. All that said, it's generally a friendly campus that attracts an interesting mix of people. While many of the older buildings are ugly, the campus itself can be really pretty, and the shuttle between the parking lots, upper campus, and lower campus is a welcome support in the cold dark of winter.
Kat T — Google review
Not very amazing. The campus is built on a hill, so getting around is pretty grating, and everything is spaced out so dully. It's a bit of a pain to get everything set up, seeing as how you have to use not one--not two--not even three--but essentially four websites to get up and moving at this university. Fees are handled as a joke, too. For example: You didn't fill out some seminar that you might have, just possibly could have gotten a spam email about? Gotta pay $100 or you'll be dropped from all your classes with nothing but a day's notice. Tough luck, right? Don't even get me started on the controversies surrounding this place recently. Title IX is NOT held up here, and serious sexual assault issues never get properly resolved. Being completely honest, it's not very safe here. Despite the shortcomings, the overall atmosphere of UAF can be soothe at times, whenever you decide to sit down somewhere between classes, but as far as universities go, you're better off elsewhere. I'd suggest you absolutely use the Study Abroad support this place has if you get roped into being a student here.
Daz Pierce — Google review
Easy to find where you need to be. Good parking. Good signage. Beautiful campus and friendly community atmosphere.
The Fairbanks Ice Museum is devoted to all things ice, with displays of large ice sculptures and rooms where you can spend a chilly night. The museum also has an Aurora Ice Bar where you can enjoy an appletini cocktail while watching the nightly aurora show.
Bring cash to tip Andy. The video was very informative and the ice sculptures were awesome. Plenty of photo-ops. It was fun to watch the ice carving at the end. It's pretty cold so dress accordingly. They also offer jackets inside.
Abigail Neumann — Google review
Andy is a super star! He was very good in demonstrating ice sculpting and he had great collection in the museum. We also enjoyed movie on northern lights symphony! It’s very interesting. Kids loved ice sculptures and the slide.
La N — Google review
I thought the ice museum was really neat! There's a short film in the beginning to show how the ice is harvested then you walk through and see different ice sculptures. They even have an ice slide you can go down!! At the end there's an ice sculpturing presentation!
Stacey C — Google review
Andy is very hard working. He is the one welcoming the guests. Also, preps people for the slide. The slide was really fun. You can also see that he is very dedicated with his work. He also did the ice carving exhibit. It was worth it for the price. I have seen the reviews here saying that they expected more.
There was no long wait as soon as we went there we had a spot already.
I love his creations as well. I think we should really help people with small businesses so they can thrive and survive.
I give kudos to him because ultimately it was a one man show. His work of art for ice sculpting is also very good. Thank you Andy. I appreciate everything you do. 👌🏽🫶🏼
Ria Zapanta — Google review
The ice museum is small but cool! A little smaller than anticipated, but love supporting the artists and really enjoyed seeing all of the sculptures. The slide was also really fun, we did it like 4 times each. We unfortunately missed the show/movie by a few hours, but I’m sure it adds to the experience. The worker at the front was very friendly! A great stop for anyone visiting downtown Fairbanks!
Matthew Dowd — Google review
We paid for the ice museum and aurora movie.
It was cold in the theatre, while I like the cold it's harder to stay warm when you are sitting still for 45 min. I highly suggest dressing warmer before you go in.
We watched the ice carver carve into a block of ice. He was fast! It was awesome to see.
Jennifer C — Google review
Fairbanks Ice Museum is a very awesome experience!! It was fascinating to learn how they sculpt the ice and get it ready along with how long they can keep it. It is an interactive museum which is beyond awesome, you can sit on the animals, in the sleigh and ride down the ice slide (lots of fun)!!!
J B — Google review
It’s important to note this review and it’s pictures are based on a trip there in December 2022. This is because it this time the award winning ice sculptor had not “renewed” the sculptures. It was quite amazing to see how some things sublimated into something else. Some things were entirely unrecognizable. It varied from just sad to darkly surreal. And to be fair, the receptionist gave us advanced warning that things were *aging*… This is to be expected because people are warm, they breathe everywhere, they open doors, and against better judgement- kids lick, causing temperature fluctuations and deformations.
I don’t blame the museum one bit. It was just weird because I thought a few days before Christmas would have been prime time for a place like this; however, thinking on it, this might be more of a summer vacation type attraction. I would give this place a chance during a different time of the year, especially due to the honesty of the receptionist lady.
There is a fun “ice” slide in the museum. There are little plastic sleds you can use to slide down on, but during our visit we were basically sliding down on the exposed insulation. It still worked though and everyone had fun. The building itself is pretty cool and has really interesting non-ice art and sculptures before the auditorium. I don’t doubt that this would have been a much better experience during another time of the year.
Jack A — Google review
This is a small, well appreciated addition to fairbanks. I saw where some reviews thought it costs a lot for the time it takes to see it all. We made sure to thoroughly look over and interact with each carving and appreciate the talent invested. Id also bet that the people who think it costs too much dont run a business and pay for the utilies and mortgage associated...imagine essintially running a deep freezer the size of a theater. On our trip we stopped in because we had never been to an ice museum and I'm glad we went. You can tell the artist enjoys their craft and it shows. So much detail in the carvings. I liked being able to interact with the carvings and the sled ride was fun. Worth the visit!
Fieldnstreamer — Google review
Spectacular show! The ice museum was a lot of fun too. The ice carving artist was wonderful. The people who run this place are great! I heard the owner offer some tourists a ride so they didn't have to pay for a taxi. Super nice people!
Virginia Hensel — Google review
I absolutely loved this place. You can touch the ice sculptures and sit in them. There is something special for the kids an ice slide! Absolutely recommend this place. Affordable and a fun experience.
Abbie London — Google review
This is an awesome museum to stop into. The host shows you a video then allows you to interact with the ice sculptures. You spend time interacting with the sculptures then he demonstrates how ice sculpting is done. This is a great place to go and should be on your list when visiting Fairbanks.
Joss Slagle — Google review
Such a fun stop! We were able to complete the experience before we left for our flight. It was the perfect way to end our trip with one more fun activity.
Nicci Brown — Google review
“Museum” is a little overstated for this attraction. The staff were nice, and the live craving was fun to watch, but other than that, this experience was underwhelming for the price. The video played at the beginning is just a slideshow of ice sculptures, and no educational information on the history of the activity, techniques, or tools. After this video you are guided into a room that wraps around the auditorium and contains ice sculptures — several of which were worn and partly melted, missing much of the detail that makes these sculptures interesting in the first place. The highlight of this part of the tour is the ice slide in the corner, and the fact that they offer winter jackets if you’re in the museum without one. Andy, the artist, then does a live carving which is neat to watch — he was singing while carving which was very charming. They only offer this “guided” tour experience and it costs $15, but if you’re in town at the time of the Ice Championships thoe tickets cost $17 and are significantly better value for your money. Okay, but not exceptional.
Jane Illario — Google review
The ice museum was not at all crowded,they have an artist who gives a demo of ice carving, we got to see that. They show a short movie in the beginning about how the ice carvings are done from the scratch. They have an ice slide, which is a fun activity for the kids and adults. They have some ice carvings on which we can sit. It's too cold, they give you jackets if you need one. It's a good place to visit with kids.
Chris Jey — Google review
Fun, quick stop for kids of all ages, including kidless adults - ha! I don't think the cost per person is appropriate to the scope of the activity, and therefore could have been skipped. However, I found the whole setup inside an old theater to be quite clever. No need to buy tickets in advance, I just walked in.
Emily Rosén — Google review
Such a fun experience for the whole family. You can touch all of the ice sculptures, and even sit on some of them! They provide jackets for use during your time inside, and they also have a terrific slide made entirely from ice. If you're looking to snap a few selfies there are tons of photo opportunities with unique, larger than life sculptures. I was a little skeptical at first, but my family and I had a wonderful time with many smiles and laughs. A little museum, but worth the visit.
Tiffany Luone — Google review
My son found this online and being tourists, sounded interesting. We were lucky to arrive right before the start of the show, so no waiting. It starts with a movie that I found interesting, but keep in mind if going with kids. We visited in September, so we were appropriately dressed but they did have extra jackets if needed. After the movie you can go and view the sculptures that were on display and they were neat and nicely lit up. Also had a slide you could go down. Lastly was a live demonstration and the sculptor was super nice and amazing. It is a nice activity to do!!
rebecca piccirilli — Google review
Watch an interesting video before we actually got to see the ice sculptures. They have an indoor ice slide. You’ve GOT to go on the ice slide!!
Lisa Ray — Google review
Loved it. They have a tour that starts every hour that is about 50m. There's a short movie and then you're introduced to all the ice. Andy, the ice sculptor although still working on his English like others mentioned is a really nice and friendly guy and is excited to show off his work. Not to mention he does a short demonstration which is neat. I would definitely reccomend going here if you have kids, lots of photo opportunities.
Alex Merryman — Google review
The slide is a blast and a must do. We loved looking at the art and the artist even does a demonstration. Which is great to see how much work is put into each sculpture.
The town of Fairbanks in Alaska boasts a stunning arch called the Moose Antler Arch, constructed from an assortment of Moose antlers. This arch is positioned in the northern area of Chena River and is adorned with antlers from both moose and caribou. It's a popular tourist attraction located near the Cultural and Visitor Center, allowing visitors to learn about Alaskan culture. Visitors can also explore the park while enjoying scenic walks along the riverbank beside this magnificent structure.
This is such a fun place to see, take a few pics, walk around, and enjoy the beauty of Fairbanks, Alaska! We actually googled things to do and see and we recommend stopping here for a walk around and some pictures under the arch. It’s free and in the open air so no mask requires! We visit the moose antler arch every time we are in Fairbanks. Fun place!
Gayle V — Google review
What a fantastic backdrop for the best photo op while visiting Fairbanks! This landmark was near the top of my must-visit list while in the area... and so many others were there for the same reason!
Sherna Lott — Google review
We loved having a little walk in the park. Nice view on the little Bridge. 2 statues. And the cultural center is really next to it.
Nice place to visit. I recommand
Laure AUBLET — Google review
This was one of those sporadic stops close to town that was full of history! We didn't like the fact that some people signed their names on the antlers, but were glad it was still in one piece. Check it out whenever you are close! It's a hop & a skip away from the cultural center!
Terry Twentyten Hight — Google review
The antlers covered in snow with a blue sky and puffy white clouds in the background makes an excellent place for photos.
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Veronica Hunter — Google review
The Antler Arch is beautifully decorated with antlers from moose and caribou - a must-see when visiting Fairbanks downtown. It’s located right next to the Cultural and Visitor Center, which is also a nice place to visit and learn more about Alaskan lifestyle. Walking along the river and exploring the park are also nice things to do when visiting the antler arch.
Da-Wang Wu — Google review
Fairbanks is the best city in America to visit and especially living.
I grew up in NY, moved to Tennessee at 16 and moved here to Fairbanks 8 yrs ago. My forever home.
Bobby Pine — Google review
Fun because we visited the elk antler arch a few years ago in Jackson Hole, WY. The visitor center is worth a stop for sure!
Ingrid Hill — Google review
It’s a cool place but not worth going out of the way for. We visited it because we were in the area to eat food, and it was definitely pretty cool. If you’re in the area it’s definitely worth the visit, tho.
Nividh Singh — Google review
This is such a unique arch, worth stopping by and seeing it in person when visiting Fairbanks! It is a shame to see some people signed/wrote on some antlers, but still a very awesome arch! The area itself is also very beautiful and nice to walk around and enjoy the views!
Jenna — Google review
We were having a lucky day and showed up while REI was there with a snowshoe demonstration. So we got to try out snowshoeing for free! And the arch was great too.
Sara Halmes — Google review
Nice little place to walk around next to the visitor center and after that you can go to downtown to eat
Pei Lin — Google review
An antler arch made out of 100 different moose and caribou horns. This is a great spot to take a selfie picture.
Abel — Google review
Nice little attraction. Would be nice to have a photo stand so you can put a timer up, but overall it's a good arch still. Great photo op for a trip to Alaska.
Cashea S. — Google review
It was great. Pleasant walk and a beautiful arch.
Phyllis Pizzino — Google review
Great photo op, beautiful flowers, neat visitor's center!
HooDoo Brewing Company is a small, neighborhood brewery that offers European-style craft beers. The brewery has an on-site tasting room that's modern and minimalist in design, and features beers from all over the US. There's also outdoor space with a fire pit for enjoying your favorite brews. The brewery does have a two pint limit, but they're open until 8 PM so you can stay awhile!
Good beers, the brewery has indoor and outdoor space with a fire pit outside. A food truck was set up outside. Some cool growlers and other merchandise for sale inside the brewery. I didn't know the state law that required them to stop serving at 8pm and that it is also a two pint limit.
Ernesto Amador — Google review
Good beer, good vibes, limited indoor seating. We visited on a Wednesday at 3pm and it was (relatively) packed! Every seat inside was taken. But the beer was great and the fires were going outside so we alternated between standing inside and outside! Highly recommend for anyone visiting the Fairbanks area! The staff were all super friendly and welcoming! They even recommended another brewery to visit after!
Matthew Dowd — Google review
If you like beers that's an Awesome place in Fairbanks, we had a great tour provided by the owner, Bobby showed us the entire brewing process and in the end we could try their fresh IPA straight from the tank!
Strongly recommend making a reservation in advance and taking the tour!
After the tour we got some more beers from the taproom and enjoyed at the patio area.
Beer recommendation:
Kolsher
IPA
Both taste amazing!!!
Marcelo Salvador — Google review
Great atmosphere and great selection of beer as well as merch. The visiting food trucks are a nice touch but wished they had music more often. Still great to stop by and enjoy a pint.
Brent Echols — Google review
Superb service and extremely friendly. I wish I was hungrier. Menu look very appetizing. We ordered the pretzel with cheese. By far the best tasting pretzel I’ve ever had had!! The owner of the food truck is outgoing and easy to strike a conversation with. I would definitely come back and eat here again.
Jim n — Google review
I personally dont drink but this one gives me a cheerful ambience with people gathering and having different types of beer , and rootbeer. It was a cold day when I visited so they set a fireplace outdoor to chill.
I cant comment about the beer but my friends said they are good. I tried rootbeer and it's too sweet for me.
Tony Chote — Google review
Flights of beer gives you variety and I love it!
The German food truck along side is fantastic. The portion of curry something German sausage is huge!
Love the vibe and the weather here! Don’t forget to check out the custom knife shop right next to it. Also enjoy the vibe there!
Yu-Ho Hsieh — Google review
You must grab a pint (or two), while in Fairbanks. There are many fine breweries in this town and this one is my favorite. Kölsch is my go to but they are all excellent.
Dana Evans — Google review
They had a mein diner food truck outside and got a pretzel. The “patio” area was nice and had fire pits going. Brews were decent, a guy with way too short shorts was a bartender and not sure how sanitary that was.. overall cool brewery to check out
Mason Lugo — Google review
I LOVE the smell of beer being made. Right now, if you walk into Hoodoo, you can smell the process. They take their beer seriously here. It us European styled, it is delicious, and they respect the process here. Best beer north of Anchorage (maybe even Seattle), hands down.
Timothy Ott — Google review
Great place to hang out. This place gets packed with no seating unless you go outside. The fire pits were pretty. I stood by it to keep myself warm. The place has a nice atmosphere with great beer. Wish they have more seats though.
Abel — Google review
Excellent brewery. Inside and outside seating year round. View of all the brewing equipment. Excellent beer and very popular. Will definitely come again.
Nicholas Blum — Google review
If you get a chance stop by when they have the German truck, it’s probably the closest thing you can get in Germany. The food was amazing, the outside seating is very spacious. Kid friendly. Parking can be a little packed but definitely worth going.
Cody Lambert — Google review
I come to Fairbanks often for work and HooDoo is my favorite spot to drink. My favorite beer is their Octoberfest (seasonal) followed by Kolsch. They have a small indoor seating space and a large outdoor space to include several benches and a few fire pits. Their employees are friendly and the ambience is great! They have food trucks that rotate out on a daily basis. The one downfall is that they are brewery which, in Alaska, means that you can only order 36 oz. Per day. One great surprise is that their bathrooms are very clean and they have super soft toilet paper! The brewery is great during both summer and winter months.
Keeley Hawkins — Google review
Great service, lovely space both indoors and outdoors with the fires and string lights. Stout is delicious!
Liz McCully — Google review
Best brewery in Fairbanks, and now they have Bike racks (so bikes aren’t against the ramp access. Great beer, and good rotation of food trucks. 2 punt limit per patron.
The Palace Theatre is a lively tourist attraction located in Gold Rush Town at Pioneer Park, Fairbanks, Alaska's only Historic Theme Park. This venue stages an old-school musical-comedy revue that recounts the history of Fairbanks through five cast members' informative and humorous performances. The show is highly recommended for its excellent presentations about the city's past, which provide a great laugh and entertainment experience for visitors. Furthermore, some impromptu scenes add to the fun factor of this must-see attraction.
There were 5 cast members for this show and it was great. They were super funny and informative. They made the history of Fairbanks very funny and interesting. We had a great laugh and time. Worth seeing.
Paula Marth — Google review
Really fun show. All the performers were great and a fun look at the history of Fairbanks. Good time.
David Sears — Google review
Had a great time at this show. The performers were funny and some impromptu scenes which made the experience even funnier. Definitely worth seeing.
Michael Marth — Google review
Started off great with the piano player's childhood piano teacher being in the crowd. I highly recommend this show for anyone who doesn't take themselves too seriously. I laughed harder than I have in several years (probably didn't hurt that the woman in front of me was laughing so hard that she snorted). So funny!
Sam Slicker — Google review
Entertaining show. Our group enjoyed the show. It was funny and an overall good experience. The remainder of the park felt a bit run down and sad.
Aaron Pendergrass — Google review
Great show about Fairbanks. Excellent performances by cast. Highly recommend
Eric Woerner — Google review
A cool show but I felt a little out of my element. We are a family of 4, with a 12 and 14 year old. The humor made the show and the acting was good. During the pre-show a lady played the piano to songs of the early 1900s. You've got many elders singing along, and this is where I'm out of my element. Just felt a little out of place. But the show was actually pretty good. The funniest thing was an old guy next to me dosing off. I would suggest going to cap off the salmon bake, which we didn't actually do, but maybe not quite the thing to do on its own....which is what we did.
Brent Cunningham — Google review
Every summer this great theatre puts on a spectacular show that depicts life in early Alaska. The theatre is located in Pioneer Park, within a historic building that was built in the early decades of Fairbanks. With a great show comes an eager audience so reservations are recommended. Each night I went was a full house. Lots of great stories, and tons and tons of laughs!
Brian Forrest — Google review
We came as part of a tourist group, this show wouldn't have been something I normally would have gone for, but I am so glad we did! We had a great time, I haven't laughed that much in over 2.5 years! Thank you for such a happy evening!
Georgeson Botanical Garden is a peaceful and beautiful spot that features both native and introduced plants. There are picnic areas available for visitors to enjoy, as well as a kids' garden with a maze. Visitors can also see active research plots used by plant scientists from the University of Alaska. The garden is known for its variety of Alaska's native plants, fruits, vegetables, including giant cabbages.
A very nice botanical garden located at the University's experimental farm. Lots of flowers in bloom. The calendar has many events. A nice spot for a walk or to sit and read. Many artists were painting and drawing.
John Angevine — Google review
So many beautiful gardens, it's really cool to see all the different varieties that grow here! I also like seeing what does well here to help inspire me on what to plant in my own garden. Love the pollinator signs too, lots of pollinators on the flowers, it's so nice to see so many busy bees!
Alexandria Wenninger — Google review
Such amazing and beautiful gardens! I've been to Fairbanks several times and didn't know this was here! Great place o walk around and enjoy such a beautiful day! There is even a children's area with a maze (stay with your group!) and a place for kids to get wet (be prepared!).
Tonya Flores — Google review
Beautiful gardens with most paths easy to walk on. Many of the plants are marked as to what they are. Many signs throughout explains certain plants or the importance of bees as pollinators. Restrooms ((porta potties) available. Admission is a suggested $7 donation. Part of the garden is designed for kids.
Dave Schneider — Google review
Full of beauty with ponds, trellises, arch ways, flowers, bridges, including a moving one and a rose maze you can try your luck on! You won't regret taking time out of your day for it!
Mari — Google review
I visited this wonderful garden during my last day of my Alaska vacation and it was definitely one of my favorite places in Fairbanks. The grounds were beautifully maintained with a surprising variety of plants. I especially enjoyed getting lost in the maze.
Chris Aaront — Google review
One of my favorite places in all of Fairbanks. Several areas can be rented for small events, and you can't beat the views of the peonies and other blooms in July. Entrance cost is by donation, and there are plenty of benches and tables to sit and enjoy.
Erin Maines — Google review
The variety of plant life is amazing. I wish some of the water features were running. I'll just have to come back when they do.
Becky Stanton — Google review
A lovely afternoon stroll. Very peaceful, great for couples and families. Wonderful to see native Alaska plants, fruits and vegetables (including Alaska's famous giant cabbage), and active research plots used by the plant scientists at University of Alaska.