A very worthwhile visit which will leave you with a greater understanding of Panhandle life a…read morehundred years ago. The collection is unique and displayed in a way that made it easy to understand.

A small museum in Haines but definitely worth a visit. We walked in and were immediately warmly…read morewelcomed by the one person on duty, and told about the museum. I was impressed that they were open seven days a week in the summer - Bay Area local museums, in spite of the multimillion population, often struggle to open 2 half days a week. The main part of the museum is upstairs, and I was impressed with of the native Alaskan art on display. Just gorgeous. Especially inspired by the beautiful Chilkat blanket and the story of its creator, woven by a hard-working mother in her limited spare time. Wonderful displays of art, history and more, plus a nice gift shop.

This was a great experience. You do not need to be a handyman or woman to appreciate this…read morecollection. The displays are wonderful and you will leave with a good feeling of having seen something special.

This is a small museum and I recommend it only if you are interested in hammers. If you aren't,…read morejust take cute pictures outside.

Very cute museum off the beaten path. All the history crammed in here was amazing. $2 donation is…read morewhat I think they asked for when we walked in.

Towards the other end of town in Skagway, the Skagway museum is great as a destination point when…read morevisiting from the Cruise Port. One would pass by most of the borough when walking this way, including various shops and restaurants. It is a non-profit, with an ask of $2 per adult as a donation (there is a donation bucket for cash at the entrance). There are a lot of antique ware from the history of Skagway, all educationally marked. It is a small museum, probably taking no more than 30 minutes walking through it (even stopping at displays to read them). There is a small section where you can purchase souvenirs along with historical books about Skagway. A mounted grizzly bear as well as a mountain goat are two native animals prominently displayed. It's very clear that the entire building was recently renovated, including modern bathrooms.

After a long port day in Skagway (which for a small town has a surprisingly lot to do even without…read morepaying for a shore excursion), my wife & I stumbled upon this museum. Before we got back on our cruise ship, we saw that the museum was still open and wandered in. It was the late afternoon, so it wasn't too crowded. We were able to go through the exhibits and read through the signage without too many other people crowding around. And we also caught the last showing of the short documentary in the theater (4:00 PM start time), which lasted about 30 minutes. We learned a lot about the Alaskan Gold Rush from this movie. The entire experience was free. In the lobby, there are rangers to answer any questions, a small gift shop, and most importantly, a clean publish bathroom!

Visited the historic park in Skagway, Alaska and really enjoyed it. It tells the fascinating story…read moreof the Klondike Gold Rush, including how gold was originally discovered in 1896 by Skookum Jim Mason, his nephew Dawson Charlie, his sister Kate Carmack and brother in law George Carmack, which quickly sparked a rush of prospectors hoping to strike it rich. The museum is run by the National Park Service and does a great job of bringing the history to life. I especially enjoyed the film explaining how the discovery unfolded and how it transformed the region almost overnight. It's incredible to imagine the hardship people went through to get there in search of gold. Even Jack London made it up to the Klondike when he was only 20 years old, which adds another interesting layer to the story. Overall, a very well-presented and informative experience that's definitely worth a visit -- It's free.

SCENIC TRAIN RIDE! 4.8…read more The construction of this 110-mile narrow-gauge railroad began in May 1898 to help gold prospectors traverse the treacherous mountain terrain. Construction began in Skagway and, remarkably, the route to Whitehorse, Yukon, was completed in July 1900. Once our cruise ship docked, we headed directly to the White Pass station, selected a boarding time, and purchased our train tickets. Tickets can also be purchased online if you want to guarantee your preferred departure time. As we boarded, we chose seats on the left side of the train, which offered the more scenic views. However, don't worry if you sit on the opposite side; on the return journey, you'll have an entirely different perspective, so you won't miss out on the breathtaking scenery. The landscape is spectacular from beginning to end. From the gradual ascent at the start, winding alongside riverbeds and dramatic gorges, past cascading waterfalls and across historic wooden bridges, the scenery becomes increasingly impressive as the train makes its steep 3,000-foot climb toward the summit. The round-trip journey takes just under three hours. It may sound like a long ride, but the time passes quickly. Along the way, our train attendant provided a fascinating and vivid narration of what life was like during the Klondike Gold Rush, while pointing out significant landmarks, historical details, and intriguing sights along the route. There are restrooms aboard, and you're welcome to stand up and stretch your legs whenever you like. We especially enjoyed stepping out of our train car onto the open-air platform between the cars. Feeling the crisp mountain air rush around us was incredibly invigorating and made the experience even more memorable. Although we were fortunate to experience the journey on a nice and sunny day, it wasn't until I became a passenger on the White Pass & Yukon Route that I could truly appreciate the formidable challenges faced by the gold miners. Looking out at the rugged mountains, sheer cliffs, and unforgiving terrain, it was easy to imagine how daunting this landscape must have been, especially during the brutal winter months. If you love breathtaking mountain scenery combined with a fascinating glimpse into Klondike Gold Rush history, this is a wonderful excursion to experience. It's not just a train ride; it's a beautiful journey through history and some truly spectacular wilderness.

Recently on an Alaskan cruise we took the 2 3/4 hour scenic train ride out of Skagway and back…read more White Pass Summit excursion. Built during the Klondike Gold Rush to support the miners attempting to strike gold. I purchased the tickets directly from the website rather than Celebrity shore excursions. It was under 10 minutes from the pier to the ticket office where we redeemed our order confirmation for train tickets. We boarded the 8am train. We sat on the left side of the train but were told both sides offered nice views. Upon our return the area was swarming with more passengers.

This museum is really cool! The shop was small and not a ton to see but worth a visit. If anything,…read morejust go to the museum.

I didn't have any excursions planned in Skagway and on a whim decided to watch the show after…read morehearing so much about the legendary conman Soapy Smith, which I had no idea of before this. For such a small port town, they have done a really good job with the fair price point of the hour long show, as well as the quality. It really shows the American gold Rush history, and the performers were very entertaining and interactive with the audience. If you want to step back and be immersed for an hour into the history of Skagway, while supporting local theater, this experience will not disappoint. Bonus points if you get called up to do the Can Can or prove you're a good man!

Fun and entertaining! Song and dance, along with plenty of jokes, while telling the history of…read moreSkagway, Alaska. Lots of audience interaction and participation. It's a quick one-hour show that feels like 30 minutes. I highly recommend it!

Skagway is such a cool town. It almost feels like it's half a historical landmark with statues,…read moregold rush equipment, trains, and building exteriors that looked like Gold Rush era designs... and the other half a tourist trap with its shops and restaurants largely dependent upon tourist season for its existence. We weren't able to walk through more than a few blocks but I also don't think there was much more than what we saw via the bus that took us to our train excursion. Skagway was a stark contrast compared to Juneau and Ketchikan (the latter two were more like a normal city with the usual expected amenities).

Skagway is a small town in the Northern part of the Inside Passage of Alaska. This town is stuck in…read moretime. If you want to feel like you are in the 1800's Gold Rush, come here. I don't say that in a bad way. It is educational and very interesting. There are several breweries, one of which get very busy quick. They have tasty local beers and they couldn't be fresher. I remember my daughter needed something at a deug store and we were able to find one quickly. The town has several restaurants and some nice gift shops. I bought some nice reading glasses and a couole souveniers. Skagway is very warm and welcoming. The people could not be friendlier or more helpful. I enjoyed my time here a lot.

We chose Chilkoot Charters for our White Pass and Yukon Rail excursion…read more The tour guides and bus driver were very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. They definitely kept us entertained during the various segments of our excursion. The train ride is a must when you are in Skagway. The views are incredible, indescribable, breathtaking! We learned much about the history of the areas we drove through on both the bus and train. We took so many photos and videos! The best part of our trip was that we were allowed to stand on the platform during nearly the entire train ride. We were in the caboose so nothing was behind us besides the incredible scenery. Highly recommend Chilkoot Charters.

We recently hired Chilkoot Charters for our White Pass Train…read more& Yukon tour to Fraser, while returning by bus and we would highly recommend this company & tour. Initially, my family was upset that I booked the bus ride instead of returning by train, however afterwards they were extremely pleased with this tour. We met one of their employees on the dock after disembarkation and driver arrived shortly afterwards. Both were friendly and our guide was extremely knowledgeable. We would definitely recommend them.

I actually forgot what I came into the store for, I think it was something Jade for my daughter,…read morebut as soon as I met Michelle, I was completely distracted. What an ahhhh-maaaay-zzzing woman, so full of local historical knowledge she would make an excellent town ambassador! Unfortunately, I never realized there was also a museum on site to my detriment. I mentioned my meeting with Michelle to some other shop owners and all expounded praise upon her as being one of the very few locally owned jewelers in town and her expertise was bar none. Apparently, aside from 5 or 6 other jewelry stores, all the others are either owned by global corporations or the cruise lines! Whether you want jewelry or not, this is a stop you should NOT miss, even just to say "Hi" to the very friendly & welcoming Michelle. There is just so much in the store to feast your eyes on and don't be a dummy like I was and miss the museum!

We came in looking for magnets and saw lots of ivory products. Then we discovered a museum at the…read moreback of the shop. It's free or by donation. It tells of the history of Skagway, Alaska, and the area. Very interesting. We bought stuff and then realized we didn't have enough pennies for the penny press. I asked the staff if we could get some change in pennies. She looked for the shiniest pennies when I told her it was for the press. That was so kind of her. Great service!