On March 27, 1964, Alaska experienced the largest-ever recorded earthquake in North America. Known as the Good Friday Earthquake, this event caused an underwater landslide that washed away the waterfront area of Valdez and resulted in the loss of 32 lives. The quake also caused a local tsunami which surged into town, causing significant damage….
On behalf of the Valdez Museum and Historical Archives Board & Staff, I would like to thank the folks that made the 14th annual Roadhouse Fundraiser a success. This year’s theme was “Schoolhouse Roadhouse,” honoring the history of teachers and education here in Valdez. Each year the Valdez Museum’s annual event honors an individual who…
Did you miss the recent stakeholder meetings, but still want to have your voice heard? Well here is your chance to help the Museum determine audience needs and wants for a new or expanded museum facility, identify the Museum’s strengths and weaknesses, and identify key messages to be explored within the Museum’s exhibits and public…
On Thursday, July 23, the Board of Directors of the Valdez Museum and Historical Archive entered into a contract with the Portland, Oregon firm of Alchemy of Design to assist with the commencement of a Master Interpretive Plan. The Master Interpretive Plan (MIP) is the first step in the pre-planning process that will guide the…
FREE guided and self-guided tours are offered this summer at Old Town. They follow a 1.7 mile easy to navigate route along Alaska Avenue and McKinley Streets with stops at 18 historic markers. One expanded tour with a hands-on activity is scheduled in July for a small fee. Check here for more information. Old Town…