At the core of every thriving community lies a shared dedication to environmental stewardship and civic engagement. In the City of Barrow, this commitment finds […]
About Barrow
Welcome to Barrow, a remote yet vibrant community nestled on the icy shores of the Chukchi Sea, marking the northernmost point of the United States. […]
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Nestled within the Arctic expanse of Alaska lies the North Slope Borough, a region of unparalleled natural beauty and cultural richness. Amidst this rugged landscape, […]
The Arctic Ocean at Barrow: a window on the icy expanse
At the very edge of the continental United States, surrounded by majestic glaciers and limitless skies, stretches the Arctic Ocean.
The population of Barrow: a community on the edge of the world
In the deep north of the continental United States, at the very edge of the Arctic, is the town of Barrow, Alaska.
Restaurants and bars
The food scene in Utqiagvik is small but eclectic. The Asian-style Sam & Lee restaurant has a reputation as the best and friendliest restaurant in town.
The splendor of the Northern Lights
In the far north of the continental United States, surrounded by icy expanses and limitless skies, lies one of the world’s most spectacular natural phenomena, the Northern Lights.
Birnirk National Historical Monument
Birnirk National Historic Site (known as Piġniq) is located on the coast of the Chukchi Sea near Utqiagvik (Barrow), Alaska.
Barrow Arctic Science Consortium
The National Science Foundation-BASC Cooperative Agreement mandates BASC to provide logistical assistance to NSF-supported research projects.
Monument to Will Rogers and Wiley Post
Two monuments at the Rogers Post Site in Barrow, Alaska, commemorate the fatal plane crash of August 16, 1935, which claimed the lives of prominent Americans Will Rogers and Wiley Post.