Aspen Hotels – SitkaPreviously known as Indian River Park, the Sitka National Historical Park is located in Sitka, Alaska. It was redesignated as a national historical park from its former status as a national monument in 1972. The Sitka National Historical Park has sought to commemorate the Russian and Tlingit experiences in Alaska. This park preserves the site…
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Sitka National Historical Park
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Sheldon Jackson Museum
Sheldon Jackson Museum is the oldest Alaskan Museum, and it is located on the first concrete building in the state. The Sheldon Jackson Museum’s building was placed on the National Historic Register in 1972. While the Museum’s construction may be old as some of the collection’s items, its exhibits reflect recent renovation and a dedication…
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Sitka Sound Science Center
Located just a few steps away from downtown Sitka and the cruise ship area, this Science Center has some unique amenities: An aquarium. A research lab. A salmon hatchery. An educational outreach center The Sitka Sound Science Center was established in 2007 when the well-known Sheldon Jackson College closed its doors. This Center’s mission is…
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Sitka’s Water Tours
Sitka is a unique town located on the Outer Coast in Southeast Alaska. Sitka’s open ocean brings waves, currents, and aquatic creatures, which create an amazing underwater world of extreme abundance and biodiversity, making it one of Alaska’s best places for water activities. This town is rich in culture and history and is perched on…