Juneau: The State Capital of Alaska | History & Government.

Why is Juneau the capital of AK?

It's fairly easy to see why Juneau became the capital in 1906 – Anchorage didn't exist yet and Fairbanks was a remote settlement, but Juneau had a thriving mining industry and was only a steamer trip away from Seattle. ... So the Alaska capital has moved before – to Juneau from Sitka.

What capital belongs to Alaska?

One discussion often entertained by Alaskans and state visitors alike is the Juneau question. Why is Alaska's state capital and government epicenter located in the beautiful but remote and rainy Southeast town of Juneau, hundreds of miles from Alaska's road system and the majority of its residents?