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Richard Proenneke Site

Port Alsworth, Alaska • Lake And Peninsula County

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About This Property

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The Richard Proenneke Site preserves the remote log cabin and surrounding structures built and inhabited by Richard Proenneke for over thirty years in the Alaskan wilderness. His meticulously documented life of self-sufficiency and resourcefulness is captured within this rustic settlement near Twin Lakes.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
District
Acreage
0.9
Listed Date
3/8/2007
Other Names
Ahrs Site No. Xlc-00213

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Conservation; Exploration/Settlement
Periods of Significance
1950 Ad - 2000 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
No
Level - Local
Yes
Level - Not Indicated
No

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