Archives
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Thor, Odin, and Loki in Norse Mythology
Thor, Odin and Loki may be the most important gods in Norse mythology. Thor for the common person, Odin for the warlords, and Loki as a foil.
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The Sad History of Tjernagelhaugen (the Sword Nail Cairn)
Tjernagelshaugen, or Sword Nail Cairn, stood for over 3,000 years before it was replaced in 1983 with a short-lived shortwave radio tower.
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The Viking Longhouse
The Viking longhouse was central to a Viking’s home life. The builders used materials at hand and adapted to their location.
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Norse Mythology Behind the Northern Lights
Review some of the fascinating Norse mythology behind the Northern Lights, including their association with Valkyries, Bifröst, and the gods.
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The Viking Longship
The Viking longship was essential to the success of Vikings as explorers and marauders. These innovative ships were mobile and tough.
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Fundraising Update for 2022
Through our fundraising efforts, we raised a total of $11,958 to support our charitable purpose of preserving the rich history of the Vikings.
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What Is a Viking?
What is a Viking? Vikings were raiders, pirates, explorers and seafarers. Were they also farmers, villagers, pagans, or something else?
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Health Benefits of Spending Time Outdoors
Asgard Alaska offers our guests the benefits of spending time outdoors while experiencing Viking history and activities.
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How Would Norwegian Vikings Feel in Alaska?
What would Norwegian Vikings have encountered in Alaska? Would they have been comfortable on the Kenai Peninsula?
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How Museums Build Stronger Communities
Museums like Asgard Alaska strengthen communities in many ways, including economically and through improved connections between people.
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Viking Traditions in Christmas Present
Are there Viking traditions in Christmas present? Some of our best known and most loved traditions may have come from the Old Norse.
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Christmas: Converting Vikings to Christianity
How was Christmas used to start converting the Vikings to Christianity? Alcohol and King Haakon the Good were both involved.
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Place Inspirations: Foteviken Museum, Ohio’s Viking Longhall
The Foteviken Museum and Ohio’s Viking Longhall are two places we draw inspiration from for our Asgard Alaska.
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Months of the Norse Calendar
The Norse calendar months were divided into two seasons: Summer and winter. Each month started on the new moon.
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Raising Money to Buy Land
We are raising money to purchase land in the Mat-Su to use as the site of our open-air historical museum and campground.
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Walking the Earth in Search of Home
This has been an exciting year as we finally got the chance to walk through some different properties for sale in the Mat-Su Borough.
