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Alaskaland - Pioneer Park

Fairbanks, AK
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Ranked #12 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
Type: Amusement/ Theme Parks, Historic Walking Areas
Activities: Picnicking
Owner description: Built to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the purchase of Alaska from Russia, this theme part includes a mock gold-rush town with authentic... more » Owner description: Built to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the purchase of Alaska from Russia, this theme part includes a mock gold-rush town with authentic pioneer log cabins, mining equipment, musems, a replicated Native American village and a huge, drydocked sternwheeler open for tours. « less
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Shady Cove, Oregon
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

I heard mixed reviews on the Salmon Bake, our experience was good. Great prime rib dinner with all the fixins. We were early in the season so price was $17, one entree + all the sides you wanted

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Florida
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

I remember visiting Alaskaland in the early 1980s. Pioneer Park seems to have seen better days. There is no entry fee so it may be worth a stop. When we were there, many of the buildings were closed/empty. Only stayed for less than an hour - wanted to find something better to do.

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See 5 more reviews by ScottieGirl90 for Fairbanks
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013 via mobile

This place was a bit odd. We spent a few weeks traveling Alaska and this was unfortunately our least favorite place. We did meet a few nice people and they have an interesting museum with lots of very old artifacts that was neat. We didn't pay to go into the flight museum and we were disappointed with the art and... More

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Johnson City, Tennessee
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

The museum displays were excellent and the staff was very helpful and friendly. We enjoyed viewing the engine room and dioramas on the stern wheeler, though it would have been nice to see other areas of that boat.

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Tampa Bay
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

Multiple small museums in which to explore different aspects of Alaska. Rides for the kids, shows for the adults. Some unique gift shops and craftsmen. Check out especially the carvings and the glass angels.

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Killeen, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013 via mobile

Went during the day, although it was hot, almost every shop had A/C in it, so the family and I stayed fairly cool. If you like history, this is the place for you. There is something to do for all ages, from a carousel to mini golf to museums, all will find something to do. There is also a very... More

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Stoughton, Wisconsin
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

I was excited to visit Pioneer Park. I thought it would be a cute historical place with re-enacters and such. However, it was mostly just little shops. It was run down, and I was not impressed. The only good part was that my husband was able to have some kimchi - there was at least one Korean food stand at... More

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Mounds, Oklahoma
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6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

They have a park there for the kids but went there for the food they have the best open air smoked fish with all the fixins

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We went in 2011 and it was a super hot day about 110 and so sunny it was untrue. Everything was open and it was a very enjoyable day out. Had some lovely ice cream and wen ton the train which was fun. Didn't watch the shows and wandered around looking in all of the little cabins and shops. It... More

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Fairbanks, Alaska
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6 attraction reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

There are several good museums, putt-putt golf, two playgrounds, one and sometimes two trains, a number of shops and restaurants housed in historic old cabins and houses brought there after the '67 flood. These are arranged in streets in a fairly natural way. There is also an art gallery and theatre in the Civic Center (the building with large images... More

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