Celebrating 100 Years of Powered Flight in Alaska

Timed in conjunction with the 100th anniversary of powered flight in Alaska, the Anchorage Museum unveiled a new exhibit, "Arctic Flight: A Century of Alaska Aviation."

The exhibit chronicles the pioneers of aviation, World War II flyers and modern day adventurers in Alaska. Co-curated with the Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museum, artifacts include footage from the first flight over the North Pole, military aviation uniforms and gear and a Stearman biplane brought to Alaska in 1928.

The exhibit also looks at modern day aviation industry and what it's like to be a bush pilot in Alaska today, demonstrating how airplanes have evolved from a spectacle to an important and crucial role in the way of life in Alaska. The exhibit runs until Aug. 11, 2013.

More Information:
Sarah Henning, Anchorage Museum
Phone: +1 907-929-9231
Email: shenning@anchoragemuseum.org
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