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Alaska Film Archives

About the Collection

Over the past half century, the University of Alaska Fairbanks has built the largest collection of archival films in and about Alaska. The collection combines hundreds of donations of film and videos to UAF by individuals, organizations and institutions. Materials range from professional productions to amateur home-movies, made in and about Alaska from the earliest days of filmmaking through today. Since 1993 these materials have been held by the Alaska Film Archives, a unit of Alaska and Polar Regions Collections & Archives in the Elmer E. Rasmuson Library. Films and videos selected for this portal project are a sampling of the thousands available for checkout on DVD through the Rasmuson Library. Unless otherwise noted, items are presented here in their entirety, unedited and uncut. Short, popular clips from the collection can be viewed on our YouTube channel. Read more about the Alaska Film Archives.

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[1969 North American Sled Dog Championship Race - Fairbanks, Alaska]
[1969 North American Sled Dog Championship Race - Fairbanks, Alaska]
These scenes from the 1969 North American Championship Sled Dog Races in Fairbanks, Alaska, filmed by Fairbanks photographer Richard L. Hansen, include: an Alaska Dog Mushers Association sign; a Sled Dog Races Sweepstakes sign; dogs in dog boxes on a truck; a truck with Malamak logos; a man removing dogs from dog boxes and placing dogs in harness; a race board with names including Lombard, Attla, Redington, Shepard, Taylor, Nayokpuk, McDougall, Lake, and Folger; a race announcer; a drum filled with slips of paper for a drawing; spectators watching as the race starts under snowy conditions; a variety of dogs in harnesses; spectators buying and eating cotton candy; close-up views of dogs; a close-up view of a Fairbanks Dog Mushers Association patch on a man’s coat; many people in colorful parkas and boots; dogs rolling in snow; a sign for George Attla sponsored by J.C. Penney Co.; mushers; a truck for Wright's Aurora Huskies; and dogs peeking out of dog boxes on a truck.
[1971 Fairbanks news stories]
[1971 Fairbanks news stories]
This film contains news stories from 1971. Footage and stories include Larry Holmstrom interviewing tourists in a motorhome caravan and at Norlite Campground. Larry Carpenter presents a story on Manley Hot Springs that aired in July 1971. Footage includes the springs, the town, and several residents. Residents identified include Gus Benson, Bob Lee, and Bob "Whitey" Yule. Additional footage includes a report on a water project in Hamilton Acres in Fairbanks, a story about life in Mekoryuk village on Nunivak Island, and adult bicycle riding in Fairbanks in September 1971. People identified in the bicycle story include C.B. Bettisworth, Carol Bettisworth, Alexander Bettisworth, Amy Bettisworth, Andy Kleinfleld, Dr. William James, Geraldine James, Adam James, John James, and Mrs. James.
[1971 KTVF news stories]
[1971 KTVF news stories]
Some segments of film contain audio, and others are silent. Specific dates and other information noted on the original film are given here in parentheses. Footage includes a man speaking to a large gathering of people (undated) (silent), a student named Michael being interviewed about being expelled from school because of his refusal to cut his hair (story titled "Breeze") (1971) (sound), a man working with a radio antenna, men looking at an Alaska map, a man describing the Geophysical Institute's Biomedical Program and explaining how medical aid stations in Alaska villages can get medical information over the radio network (December 6, 1971) (sound), a story about Eneput Children's Center, women cooking, children playing (December 4, 1971) (sound), a man being interviewed about construction delays at the new Yak Estates Apartments in Fairbanks (December 7, 1971) (sound), students standing outside on a cold day, Nanooks basketball game scenes (1971) (silent), a man being interviewed about an Alaska Supreme Court Case involving charges of incompetence and immorality against a school principal (undated) (sound), children posing in a Nativity scene at First Baptist Church (1971) (sound), a story about a new training program for carpenters and journeymen (undated) (sound), men in a meeting (undated) (silent), statuettes of a gold panner being handed out at a ceremony, a story about an Alaskaland celebration (undated) (sound), children lining up to see Santa at Alaskaland Civic Center (undated) (sound), a man being interviewed about a court case involving charges against a school principal (undated) (sound), men being interviewed about police training, Lathrop High School students being interviewed about a student trooper program (1971) (sound), people in a meeting (1971) (silent), a man being interviewed about MUS Power Plant operations as men work at a coal chute and control panel (undated) (sound), people decorating a Christmas tree, men working on the pipeline, the BP building, and a cook making a meal menu (story titled "Arctic Christmas") (undated) (silent).
[1974 Festival of Native Arts, Tanacross and Northway dancers, storyteller Poldine Carlo]
[1974 Festival of Native Arts, Tanacross and Northway dancers, storyteller Poldine Carlo]
A group of dancers from Northway and Tanacross demonstrates various Alaska Native dances onstage at the Festival of Native Arts. A man introduces two dancers, Bessie Barnabas and Eva Moffitt of the Salcha people, who are also dancing with the group. The other dancers are introduced (names are difficult to hear), and dancing continues. A man from Nenana introduces Poldine Carlo, who welcomes everyone to Fairbanks and then tells an Athabascan story once told to her by Jennie Huntington of Koyukuk. A woman is interviewed about her techniques for making birch bark baskets. A man is interviewed about his relief wood carvings. Jim Johnson of Tanana is interviewed about a miniature fishwheel and about his hand-built snowshoes and sleds. A man invites the audience to join dancers onstage, and many people dance. The audio on the original videotape cuts out briefly in a couple sections at the end.
[1977 Yukon 800]
[1977 Yukon 800]
Footage includes aerial views of Yukon 800 riverboats starting on the Chena River in Fairbanks, aerial shots of boats racing along the river, Jim Movius being interviewed by Ted Lehne in Galena, the re-start of the race in Galena, and aerial views of Pike's Landing and boats at the finish line.
[1977 Yukon 800 - 2]
[1977 Yukon 800 - 2]
This footage was filmed prior to and during the Yukon 800 riverboat race. Footage includes boats and spectators at Pike's Landing on the Chena River, racer Moe Samuelson being interviewed about boat construction and the race while showing different parts of his race boat (Slo-Mo's Kayak II) to reporter Ann Handley, spectators waiting for boats in Galena, boats arriving in Galena on 6/25/77, aerial views of the Tanana River, spectators in Tanana watching boats pass by, spectators and race boats at Pike's Landing on the Chena River, the airport and spectators in Tanana (?), Jim Movius crossing the finish line in the winning boat, and Jim Movius being interviewed about the race by reporter Chuck Benson.
[Alaska Native Land Claims symposium]
[Alaska Native Land Claims symposium]
AAF-13175 is a 1/2-inch open reel videotape labeled "Alaska Native Land Claims Symposium, speaker: Neil Bassett representing USDI-BLM, Master." A representative from the U.S. Department of the Interior/Bureau of Land Managament speaks during a symposium on Alaska Native lands claims.
[Alaska On Line: 1994 Governor's Inaugural Ceremony]
[Alaska On Line: 1994 Governor's Inaugural Ceremony]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher is at the inaugural ceremony of Alaska Governor Tony Knowles and Lieutenant Governor Fran Ulmer in Juneau, Alaska. The program was recorded on December 5, 1994.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher discusses Y2K]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher discusses Y2K]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher discusses Y2K. The program was recorded on October 24, 1998.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher intervierws Jay Hammond, Walter Hickel, Susan Ruddy, Paul Fuhs, Rick Smith]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher intervierws Jay Hammond, Walter Hickel, Susan Ruddy, Paul Fuhs, Rick Smith]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews various experts about issues in Alaska. Part 1: Red Boucher interviews former governor Jay Hammond about Alaska issues as well as his new book, "Chips from the Chopping Block." Part 2: Red Boucher interviews former governor Walter Hickel about Alaska issues as well as his new book, "Crisis in the Commons - the Alaska Solution." Part 3: Red Boucher interviews Susan Ruddy, vice chancellor of the University of Alaska Anchorage, about her role as vice chancellor and about the university's plans for the future. Part 4: Red Boucher interviews Paul Fuhs, president of the Marine Exchange of Alaska, about the role of the Alaska Marine Exchange in Alaska maritime safety. Part 5: Red Boucher interviews Rick Smith, vice president of VECO International, about the construction business in Alaska and worldwide. The program was recorded on March 30, 2002.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Agnes Phillips]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Agnes Phillips]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews Agnes Phillips, mayor of Bethel, about her role as mayor. The program was recorded on September 19, 1998.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Al Patten]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Al Patten]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews Al Patten, a retired U.S. Navy serviceman, about the war in the Pacific and about Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. The program was recorded on November 8, 1997.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Alex Hills]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Alex Hills]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews Alex Hills, provost of Carnagie Mellon University, about the role of computer technology in higher education. The program was recorded on April 22, 2000.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Alice Crow]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Alice Crow]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews Alice Crow, UAA professor, about Native student services and higher education for rural Alaska. The program was recorded on November 11, 1995.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Ann Fienup-Riordan and Marie Meade]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Ann Fienup-Riordan and Marie Meade]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews artists Ann Fienup-Riordan and Marie Meade about the living tradition of Yup'ik masks. The program was recorded on November 11, 1995.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Arliss Sturglulewski]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Arliss Sturglulewski]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews former Alaska senator Arliss Sturglulewski about his views on the legislature. The program was recorded on April 13, 1996.
Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Arthur Lake]
Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Arthur Lake]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews Native leader Arthur Lake about rural issues. The program was recorded on March 21, 1998.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Augie Hiebert]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Augie Hiebert]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews Augie Hiebert, former CEO of Northern TV, about the history of radio and TV in Alaska. The program was recorded on March 15, 1997.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Augie Hiebert]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Augie Hiebert]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews Augie Hiebert, CEO of Northern Television, about the pioneering of broadcasting in Alaska. The program was recorded on September 23, 1995.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Augie Hiebert]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Augie Hiebert]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews pioneer broadcaster Augie Hiebert about the future of radio and TV in Alaska. The program was recorded on November 20, 1999.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews author and explorer Norman Vaughn]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews author and explorer Norman Vaughn]
(AAF-7518) In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews author and explorer Norman Vaughn about his Antarctic trip. The program was recorded on April 15, 1995. (AAF-7519) In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher continues his interview with author and explorer Norman Vaughn. The program was recorded on April 15, 1995.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Ben Nageak]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Ben Nageak]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews Ben Nageak about his role as mayor of the North Slope Borough. The program was recorded on April 14, 1999.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Ben Stevens]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Ben Stevens]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews Ben Stevens, president of the 2001 Special Olympics, about plans for the 2001 Special Olympics in Anchorage. The program was recorded on December 9, 2000.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Bender, Kelly, Thompson, Grimm]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Bender, Kelly, Thompson, Grimm]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews experts about various Alaskan issues. In part 1, Red Boucher interviews Walter Bender, executive director of the MIT Media Lab, about the role of the MIT Media Lab in the world of computer mediated information . In part 2, Red Boucher continues his interview with Walter Bender about technologies of the future. In part 3, Red Boucher interviews Jim Kelly, CIO of the Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation, about the past, present, and future of the Alaska Permanent Fund. In part 4, Red Boucher interviews Nan Thompson, chair of the Regulatory Commission of Alaska, about the commission's role in regulating Alaska's utilities. In part 5, Red Boucher interviews Dan Grimm, a systems engineer with Compaq Computer Corporation, about the history of the world's largest computer company and its plans for the future. These programs were recorded on April 7, 2001.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Bill Bacon]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Bill Bacon]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews photographer Bill Bacon about filming wildlife in Alaska and about photographing in Tibet. The program was recorded on March 15, 1997.
Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Bjornstad, Crawford, Carson, Poe, Donley]
Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Bjornstad, Crawford, Carson, Poe, Donley]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews experts about various Alaskan issues. In part 1, Red Boucher interviews Gene Bjornstad, general manager of Chugach Electric, about deregulation and the role of electric energy in Alaska's economy. In part 2, Red Boucher interviews Colonel Randy Crawford, director of Alaska State Troopers, about law enforcement in Alaska. In part 3, Red Boucher interviews Wes Carson, president of Alaska Communications System, about the role of telecommunications in developing Alaska's economy. In part 4, Red Boucher interviews Robert Poe, executive director of AIDEA, about the Alaska Industrial Development Authority's role in developing Alaska's economy. In part 5, Red Boucher interviews Alaska State Senator Dave Donley about the goals and objectives of the 2001 legislative session. These programs were recorded on January 13, 2001.
Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Bob Bell and Jane Angvik]
Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Bob Bell and Jane Angvik]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews Bob Bell and Jane Angvik, former Anchorage assembly members, about the pros and cons of the proposed tax cap issue. The program was recorded on October 7, 2000.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Bob Christal]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Bob Christal]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews Bob Christal, Anchorage school superintendent, about K-12 education in Alaska. The program was recorded on April 22, 2000.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Bob Medinger]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Bob Medinger]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews Bob Medinger, a teacher in Bethel, about education in rural Alaska. The program was recorded on November 8, 1997.
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Bob Poe]
[Alaska On Line: Red Boucher interviews Bob Poe]
In this episode of Alaska On Line, Red Boucher interviews state Y2K coordinator Bob Poe about the state's Y2K preparations. The program was recorded on August 1, 1998.