[4] It also has Alaska's only Victoria's Secret, Apple Store, Coach, and Michael Kors locations.

The mall opened in 1987,[5] covering a city block previously occupied mostly by small, two-story commercial buildings and parking lots.

[6] As the mall opened during an economic slowdown in Alaska, its occupancy rate hovered in the 20 to 30 percent range for most of its early years.

Some examples are the sky-lit roof above the main "Arcade", and features galleria-style wide, open spaces.

The mall uses skybridges to provide indoor access between buildings and parking, contributing to the streetscapes of 5th and 6th Avenues.