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Anchorage draws from many lands, many languages and many peoples. The city is home to Alaska Native peoples drawn from across the state, and many residents have roots stretching around the globe. Anchored in a worldwide heritage, Alaska's most populous city defies easy description, but blends beautifully as one community.

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Learn about the traditions and culture of the Dena'ina Athabascans at the Eklutna Historical Park.
Learn about the traditions and culture of the Dena'ina Athabascans at the Eklutna Historical Park. ©Visit Anchorage/Lilly Kelly
The Anchorage area is rich in history; learn about the Dena'ina Athabascans at the Eklutna Historical Park.
The Anchorage area is rich in history; learn about the Dena'ina Athabascans at the Eklutna Historical Park. ©Visit Anchorage/Lilly Kelly
Visit the New St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church at the Eklutna Historical Park.
Visit the New St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church at the Eklutna Historical Park. ©ACVB/Lilly Kelly
Anchorage is home to members of all 11 Alaska Native cultural groups.
Anchorage is home to members of all 11 Alaska Native cultural groups. ©Visit Anchorage
The Alaska Native Heritage Center showcases Alaska Native culture.
The Alaska Native Heritage Center showcases Alaska Native culture. ©Alaska Native Heritage Center
Southeast Alaska Native totem on display at the Alaska Native Heritage Center
Southeast Alaska Native totem on display at the Alaska Native Heritage Center ©Nicole Geils/Visit Anchorage
Experience the traditions through live dance and drumming from Alaska's first people.
Experience the traditions through live dance and drumming from Alaska's first people. ©Visit Anchorage/Cathryn Posey
St. Innocent Russian Orthodox Cathedral was founded in 1967.
St. Innocent Russian Orthodox Cathedral was founded in 1967. ©ACVB/Roy Neese
Alaska Native crafts are sold during the arts and crafts fair at the Alaska Federation of Natives annual convention.
Alaska Native crafts are sold during the arts and crafts fair at the Alaska Federation of Natives annual convention. ©ACVB/Cathryn Posey
Experience the traditions of Alaska Native life at the Alaska Native Heritage Center
Experience the traditions of Alaska Native life at the Alaska Native Heritage Center ©ATIA/Matt Hage
The Fur Rendezvous Native Arts Market showcases the finest Alaska Native crafts.
The Fur Rendezvous Native Arts Market showcases the finest Alaska Native crafts. ©Visit Anchorage/Roy Neese
Mask at the crafts fair at the Alaska Federation of Natives convention in Anchorage.
Mask at the crafts fair at the Alaska Federation of Natives convention in Anchorage. ©Visit Anchorage/Roy Neese
The ulu – Alaska cutlery that's stood the test of time – is perfect for the aspiring chef.
The ulu – Alaska cutlery that's stood the test of time – is perfect for the aspiring chef. ©ATIA/Matt Hage
The Smithsonian Arctic Studies research center at the Anchorage Museum.
The Smithsonian Arctic Studies research center at the Anchorage Museum. ©Anchorage Museum
Dancers entertain the crowd at the Alaska Federation of Natives convention in Anchorage.
Dancers entertain the crowd at the Alaska Federation of Natives convention in Anchorage. ©Visit Anchorage/Roy Neese
Drummers thump out a beat during the Alaska Federation of Natives convention in Anchroage.
Drummers thump out a beat during the Alaska Federation of Natives convention in Anchroage. ©Visit Anchorage/Roy Neese
The Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center at the Anchorage Museum features more than 600 rare Alaska Native heritage artifacts.
The Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center at the Anchorage Museum features more than 600 rare Alaska Native heritage artifacts. ©Anchorage Museum/Chuck Choi
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