Iñupiaq men in qayaqs, Noatak, Alaska, circa 1929. Edward S. Curtis Collection, Library of Congress Digital Collections.
Crossing the Chilkoot Pass, circa 1898. Courtesy Candy Waugaman and Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park.
The Gold Rush boomtown of Nome on the Seward Peninsula, 1900. Courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey Photographic Library.
The Alaska Historical Society’s mission is to promote Alaska history through the exchange of ideas and information, encourage the preservation and interpretation of resources, and educate Alaskans about their heritage. One aspect of fulfilling this mission is gathering Alaskans to learn together from experts in different fields of history. Each year we fulfill this role by hosting an Annual Conference in a different part of Alaska, bringing together local, regional, and statewide history presentations and panels.
In 2026, our conference will take place in Homer, Alaska and over Zoom from October 7 – 10, 2026. The Conference will begin with an Opening Reception on Wednesday evening and conclude on Saturday afternoon. We look forward to seeing you in Homer!
The Alaska Historical Society has a group rate secured at the Aspen Suites Hotel. Please use the link below to access this rate. The last day for people to reserve their rooms using the link will be Friday, September 18th, 2026. Other options include the Pioneer Inn and the Moosetide Hotel.
Visit the pages below for information and presentations from past conferences.
