• Spruce trees converge on the Kobuk Sand Dunes

    Kobuk Valley

    National Park Alaska

Construction to Begin in July 2008 on the Northwest Arctic Heritage Center

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Date: June 1, 2008

After seven years of discussion and planning, those efforts are coming to fruition. In July 2008 the Ukpeagvik Inupiat Corporation (UIC Construction) will begin construction of the National Park Service Northwest Arctic Heritage Center. When completed, the 12,350 square foot building will offer people of the region and visitors from around the world a high quality interpretive experience of the natural and cultural history of the area, a variety of educational programs, Inupiaq dances, and personal administrative services.

Follow the progress as the center takes form during construction.

Did You Know?

Image of three yellow tents contrast with a blue sky, white clouds, a rounded gray mountain, and red, autumn shrubs at a backcountry camp.

The highest peak in Kobuk Valley National Park is Mt. Angayukaqsraq, elevation 4760 feet. This peak is part of the Baird Mountains, which is in the southern section of the Brooks Mountain Range.