Tucked between the mountains and the sea in Anchorage sits a bargain hunter’s paradise where Alaskans brave moose crossings and icy roads to fill their vehicles with treasures that cost less than a tank of gas – the Goodwill Store & Donation Center on Old Seward Highway.
In a state where a gallon of milk can cost as much as a small appliance in the Lower 48, this sprawling secondhand emporium has become the unofficial headquarters of the fiscally savvy and environmentally conscious.
The bright blue Goodwill sign stands out against the dramatic Alaskan backdrop like a beacon calling to thrifty shoppers from near and far.
License plates in the parking lot tell the tale – vehicles from Fairbanks, Wasilla, Palmer, and even the occasional road-tripper from the Kenai Peninsula who made the journey specifically for this shopping experience…