Oscar Anderson House Museum

DOWNTOWN. This house, built in 1915 when most city residents lived in tents, is one of Anchorage's first privately built family homes. Swedish immigrant Anderson claimed to be the 18th person to arrive in Anchorage, and he immediately made his mark as the city's butcher and as an all-around entrepreneur. The structure was restored and opened to the public in 1982, and it is still decorated with Anderson's original belongings, including the player piano around which it was built. The home is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and guided tours are available from Memorial Day to Labor Day. In December, look for special "Swedish Christmas" tours.