Mayor Bryce Ward chats with train conductor Brian Forrest about how the Tanana Valley Railroad influenced travel to and from Fairbanks, and its influence on the gold rush of the early 20th century. Brian is treasurer of the Friends of the Tanana Valley Railroad and volunteers his time at the Tanana Valley Railroad Museum in Pioneer Park.

Engine No. 1 and the Tanana Valley Railroad

Nestled in the heart of Alaska, the Fairbanks North Star Borough has a rich and colorful history in the 49th state. The Alaskaland podcast peers into the Borough’s past, while keeping a keen eye on the future. Join host Mayor Bryce Ward for candid conversations with some of Fairbanks’ most interesting characters as they discuss where we’ve been––and where we’re going.

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Engine No. 1 and the Tanana Valley Railroad

Engine No. 1 and the Tanana Valley Railroad