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Established in 1968, the Clausen Memorial is a private non-profit corporation dedicated to the preservation, interpretation, and sharing of the history of those that have resided or have worked in Peterburg and the surrounding areas. You could say that the Clausen Memorial Museum is pretty much a family logbook; this is the place where residents…

Petersburg is well known for its beautiful scenery and is also known as one of the few places in Southeast Alaska that offers several hiking opportunities. You’ll be spoiled with all the choices you’ll have for the unique hikes in Petersburg sprinkled across the borough. Just make sure to pack your walking shoes and a…

Petersburg, Alaska, was settled by Norwegian Peter Buschmann in 1897 and still retains its Norwegian heritage. This annual tradition – celebrated since 1958- honors the Norwegian culture brought by the pioneers who settled in this city more than a century ago and is celebrated on Norway’s Independence Day, May 17th (Syttende Mai). It also marks…