Commemorating Alaska’s admission to the United States, the Eisenhower Statehood Monument represents and celebrates an essential element of the history of Alaska. Located just outside of downtown Anchorage, Alaska, the monument creates multiple experiences for visitors, highlighting what it can mean to engage both residents and visitors.
Admitted to the Union as the 49TH State
On January 3rd, 1959, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed into law an act that admitted Alaska to the union as the 49th state. It was the culmination of many years of work by individuals and citizens of what had been the Territory of Alaska.
Created in 1990, the monument memorializes the Alaska who played a role in the effort as well as the President who made it official. The landmark is defined by a prominent image of President Eisenhower backed by an eagle and flags. Various text markers explain the history of the monument as well as what it meant for Alaska to become a state, which isn’t something President Eisenhower took lightly. The monument also honors the 75th anniversary of residents into the Anchorage area.
Providing visitors with a panoramic view of the area where Anchorage began along with a sense of the history of the entire state, residents and visitor can experience the past and present of the area in a profound way. These experiences ensure audiences of all types will be able to engage with each in ways that will continue to evolve with the surrounding community.
An Attraction for Downtown Anchorage
A prominent feature of maps and guide to the city, the Eisenhower Statehood Monument is one of the most notable attractions in downtown Anchorage. This prominence has ensured audiences will be able to engage with the past and present of the region in a way that continues to generate attention.
