Alaska’s National Parks and programs highlight a variety of women’s experiences, in telling all Americans stories, and helping illuminate Alaska’s past.
We invite you to learn more about women in our history – from living on the land and cultural changes, to the adventurers and fortune seekers, homesteaders and entrepreneurs, to those who suffered wartime hardships, the early scientists and conservationists, as well social and political activists and leaders. More to come!
DISCOVER WOMEN'S STORIES OF...
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Living Off the LandSubsistence and homesteading lifeways
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Transportation and TourismCome to Alaska! – early tourism
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Economy and InnovationStruggling to make a living and the entrepreneurs
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Conflict and WarWorld War II in Alaska brought hardships, military service, and home front support
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Outdoor AdventureAdventurous spirits explore Alaska and inspire today’s mountain climbers
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Science and ConservationAlaska’s pioneering archeologist, naturalists, and early conservationists
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Alaska Native WomenContinuity of traditional practices, hardships, and inspiring leaders
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Education and WritingWriting it down – experiencing, sharing, educating
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Government, Legislation and ActivismChanging the status quo - leaders, legislation advocates, social and political activists
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Gold RushWomen from all walks of life were drawn to Alaska’s gold rushes
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Artistsinspired by Alaska's traditions, people and events
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Women's HistoryExplore Women's History beyond Alaska
The Women's Vote and Alaska
Margaret Vale (Mrs. George Howe), niece of President Woodrow Wilson representing Alaska in a suffrage parade in New York, Oct. 1915. Library
Last updated: September 5, 2021