Overview
Wasilla is home to the headquarters of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, a race of about 1,000 miles from south-central Alaska to Nome.
History
The first Iditarod was run in 1973. The race honors the 1925 "serum run", when dog teams carried diphtheria medicine to Nome.
Today
The race starts each March with a ceremonial start in Anchorage, and the headquarters welcomes visitors year-round.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.