Museum Celebrating the State Sport of Alaska

As you might expect, the most complete and entertaining dog mushing exhibit is located in Alaska. As the state sport, dog mushing is celebrated at the Dog Mushers Museum located in Fairbanks. Features include an exhibit that is made up of a 15-panel photo essay entitled "The Driving Spirit: A Salute to Our Sled Dog Tradition." Many of the sleds used in the major mushing races are featured at the museum, as well as a number of other tools used in the races. There is Siberian clothing, weather expedition gear, trophies, and harnesses. There is an onsite theatre that shows a variety of different mushing videos so visitors can see the sport in action. You can even stop by the museum gift shop to pick up a souvenir related to mushing. Visitors can learn about the famous mushing races including the two biggest ones held each year. The Iditarod Sled Dog Race is held the first Saturday in March each year and is the most well-known mushing event. The 1,000 miles race known as the Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race is the longest race held in Fairbanks. It is run in February each year and switches directions from each year between Fairbanks and Whitehorse, Canada. If you are interested in learning more about Alaska's state sport, visit the Dog Mushers Museum.