It is the largest city in Alaska with half of the population living here. Anchorage is an ideal setting for enjoying the outdoors and winter sports. Access to the wilderness makes Anchorage a wonderful place for those who like fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, sightseeing, and wildlife viewing. As a result of our proximity to the wilderness the wildlife is frequently visible in the city.
Anchorage offers a variety of performing arts.
The Performing Arts Center is home to the Anchorage Symphony, Anchorage Opera, and the Concert Association. In addiition, there is an active community theatre. Anchorage has two museums, several art galleries, and an Alaska Native Culture and Heritage Center. The state economy is based on the oil and gas industry with fishing and tourism exerting a large influence. We have a large Military presence in Alaska with an Air National Guard base within Anchorage and Air Force and Army bases within a few miles of the city.