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February 14, 2012
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Alaska Yukon Pacific Exposition
Paula Wissel (2009-05-22)
SEATTLE, WA (KPLU) - It was meant to honor Seattle's connection to the gold rush in Alaska and to promote trade with Pacific Rim countries. It happened in 1909. It was called the Alaska Yukon Pacific Exposition. The 100th anniversary of the event kicks off Saturday in Seattle.
KPLU's Paula Wissel sat down with centennial coordinator Michael Herschensohn.


Additional Links:
Alaska Yukon Pacific Exposition Centennial Site
Alaska Yukon Pacific Exposition site


Click here for a Slideshow about the Alaska Yukon Pacific Exposition
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