PIONEERS OF ALASKA

The Pioneers of Alaska is a fraternal organization that gathers and preserves the relics and early history of Alaska and works for the betterment of all Alaskans... The Pioneers of Alaska was originally formed in Nome in February of 1907. Juneau Men's Igloo 6 was chartered on April 4, 1913 and Women's Igloo 6 was originally chartered as Women's Auxiliary 6 on March 31, 1922. They were one of many organizations formed in the early territorial days for social purposes and to keep alive the memory of the early trailblazers. The members banded together to overcome natural disasters such as floods, fires, illness and lack of supplies often providing food, housing and medical assistance to those in need. The Pioneers helped bury the dead and notify friends and relatives in distant homelands. The early membership application forms included a physical description (color of hair, eyes, height and weight) which helped identify those who died on the trail or alone in a remote cabin.

Also known as: Pioneers of Alaska - Juneau

Primary location: Juneau United States