New Book Showcases Juneau’s Past

Nov. 20, 2013 - PRLog -- New to Arcadia Publishing’s Images of America series is Juneau from local author Ernestine Hayes. The book boasts more than 200 vintage images and memories of days gone by in the Alaskan capital.

Juneau has not always been the capital of Alaska. In fact, Juneau has not always been Juneau. But the place nestled against the slopes of Mount Juneau and Mount Roberts, originally named Dzantik’i Heeni, has always been picturesque and welcoming.

After a successful strike triggered nearby mining claims in the 1880s, a makeshift camp grew on the waterfront to serve the needs of adventurers and gold-seekers. As numbers increased, the settlement was called Rockville, then Harrisburg and finally named after Joe Juneau, one of the prospectors who, guided and advised by Tlingit leader Kowee, had made the original strike.

In spite of efforts to move the capital to a central location, Juneau has remained Alaska’s capital since 1906. Images of America: Juneaushows how the city continues to invite settlers, adventurers and explorers to visit and appreciate its beautiful setting and rich history.

Highlights of Juneau include:

•Rarely seen vintage images culled from the Alaska State archives.
•Discusses the founding years of Juneau and the Alaska Gold Strike.
•Highlights local government, schools, missionaries and social organizations.

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