Southeast Alaska Visitor Center, USDA Forest Service

Ketchikan, Alaska

History

Experience world-class exhibits and award-winning audiovisual programs. Discover Tsimshian, Haida and Tlingit totem poles, the rain forest room, a Native fish camp scene, and exhibits on Southeast Alaska's ecosystems, fishing, mining, timber and tourism. Located one block from the cruise ship dock in downtown Ketchikan.

Tongass Historical Museum

Ketchikan, Alaska

History

The varied and colorful history of Alaska's feisty "First City" unfolds at the Tongass Historical Museum. Discover Ketchikan as Native fish camp, gold and copper mining center, fishing port, timber town, salmon capital, transportation hub, and lively community. Changing exhibits. Located downtown at the North end of historic Creek Street.

Totem Heritage Center

Ketchikan, Alaska

(See listing above at Tongass Historical Society). Visitors to the Totem Heritage Center are awed by a world-renowned collection of original, unrestored 19th century totem poles, retrieved from abandoned Native villages near Ketchikan. Additional exhibits illuminate the rich culture of the Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian people of Southeast Alaska. Located on Ketchikan Creek, across from the Tribal Hatchery and Eagle Center. Enjoy a totally Alaskan experience within walking distance of downtown. Native crafts, books, cards and gifts available in the shop. Accredited by the American Association of Museums.