Made In Alaska

03/19/2026

The Alaska Manufacturing Association is hosting a virtual lunch and learn to break down the basics of how customers actually discover and choose product, and how to focus your limited time on the things that matter most. Lear more here: https://www.akmfg.org/events-1/lunch-learn-marketing-101

Help customers find your Made in Alaska business! Alaska Division of Community and Regional Affairs sent this bulletin at 03/19/2026 12:18 PM AKDT Upcoming Lunch and Learn - March 19, 2026 View as a webpage Help customers find you Made in Alaska business! Join the Alaska Manufacturing Association's....

11/21/2025

Can’t wait to see you all tomorrow Saturday, November 22! Don’t forget we’ll be in TWO buildings at the APU campus; Atwood Center and Carr-Gottstein Hall! Over 80 vendors will be onsite to help fulfill all your holiday shopping needs. See you there!

11/17/2025

It’s almost here — the Made in Alaska Holiday Market will be held this Saturday at APU!

Join us for a celebration of Alaskan craftsmanship, innovation, and community. Whether you’re a small business owner, shopper, or proud Alaskan, there’s something for everyone at this event.

🛍️ Shop Made in Alaska products
🤝 Connect with the small businesses driving our local economy

📍 APU
📆 November 22, 10 am - 6 pm
👉 RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/share/16Xy7xeuCV/

See you there — and don’t forget to share this event with your friends!

11/10/2025

Made in Alaska Holiday Market: Meet the incredible Alaskan businesses behind the label! 🛠️

Get ready for local products, hands-on demos, and conversations with Alaska’s makers and artists at the Made in Alaska Holiday Market.

Here’s a sneak peek of who you’ll see:
• Sipping Streams — locally sourced teas, honey, gifts and more
• Alaska Rug Company — rugs, trivets, bowls, and coasters made from woven rope
• Elite Dog Gear — locally made gear including harnesses, collars, and leashes
• And many more!

Every exhibitor carries the Made in Alaska seal, guaranteeing locally handcrafted or manufactured quality.
📅 Don’t miss it: November 22 at APU!
👉 RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/share/16Xy7xeuCV/

Tag your favorite local business, and tell us why locally handcrafted products are important to you!

11/03/2025

Why Buy Made in Alaska?

When you buy Made in Alaska, you’re supporting more than a product; you’re supporting small-scale artisans and makers and growing the local economy.

At the upcoming Made in Alaska Holiday Market, we’ll showcase the creativity, hard work, and ingenuity that make Alaska’s local businesses thrive.
Whether it’s handmade gifts, small-batch food products, artwork, or home goods, every Made in Alaska business helps keep our communities strong.

Be part of the movement!
📍 Join us November 22 at APU
👉 RSVP at https://www.facebook.com/share/16Xy7xeuCV/

Share this post to help spread the word and show your support for Alaska’s local makers!

10/29/2025

Presenting: the Made in Alaska Holiday Market, Nov. 22 at APU!

Join us as we celebrate Alaskan makers, entrepreneurs, and craftspeople, all helping to keep our economy local and strong.

This is your chance to connect, shop, and support many amazing Made in Alaska businesses.

RSVP now and share the event: https://www.facebook.com/share/16Xy7xeuCV/

Mark your calendars, and invite a friend who loves supporting Alaska businesses!

09/05/2025

Growing Alaska's economy means investing in Alaska. Alaska Gear Company Aviation has two large manufacturing facilities in both Palmer and Fairbanks, and a retail store and sewing facility in Anchorage. They also offer free tours at their Palmer facility Monday-Fridays where you can meet the team while you shop their supply of Alaska-ready outdoor and backcountry gear!

09/04/2025

Making quality Arctic Hot Oven tents, dry bags, aircraft landing gear and wheels, and freight sleds can't be done without a team of dedicated professionals. Alaska Gear Company Aviation focuses on potential and capacity when hiring new staff, not just experience. Through their competitive hiring process and on-the-job training, they have built a world-class team of welders, sewers, manufacturers, and engineers.

09/03/2025

Alaska Gear Company Aviation got their start in aviation parts, and despite expanding their brand to include tents, sleds, and a wide variety of bags, they still manufacture quality aircraft products today. Now boasting more than four FAA approved products, they specialize in fuselages, landing gear, and Alaskan bushwheels.

09/02/2025

The Made In Alaska program, and the Commissioner of Alaska Department of Commerce, Community & Economic Development are absolutely thrilled to announce that Alaska Gear Company Aviation is the 2024 Manufacturer of the Year award winner! Stay tuned all week as we highlight the some of the innovative and Alaska tough products this team in manufacturing in Alaska. Congratulations again, Alaska Gear Company Aviation! We're proud to have you in the Made in Alaska Program!

08/05/2025

Exciting new announcement coming soon... Stayed tuned!

We received some fantastic nominations this year and we can't wait to share the winner with you all!

06/09/2025

Made in Alaska Vendor Spotlight: AlaSkins!

Come to our June 14 market at the Egan Center and meet Sara from AlaSkins, along with more than 40 other incredible Made in Alaska business owners!

Sara started making AlaSkins treats in her kitchen back in 2017. Since then, she’s grown the business into a trusted source for healthy, delicious, single-ingredient fish skin pet treats. AlaSkins has received numerous awards including Soldotna Business of the Year, Made in Alaska Manufacturer of the Year, and Industry Innovator!

Explore the products and learn more at AlaSkins.com—and stop by their booth in person on June 14!

When: June 14, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Egan Center, Downtown Anchorage
Admission: Free!