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    Sitka Historical Society & Museum - These glass floats for fishing nets were invented in Norway.

    Sitka Historical Society & Museum

    5.0(3 reviews)
    0.4 km

    It's the museum inside Harrigan Centennial Hall. It's small, but mighty. The historical society has…read moredone a great job in preserving Sitka's history. I never really thought much about how the Russian Orthodox Church influenced Alaska until walking through many of the historical sights in town. This museum ties it all together with artifacts recovered from the area (including shipwrecks), as well as donated items from Alaskan native & pioneer families that were passed down from generations. The captain's journal from the USS Ossipee bears witness to the Alaska Purchase ceremony. The otter gut parka (or kamleika) was another interesting find. The Alaskan native people invented & designed these waterproof outer garments for hunting and fishing. The ship's bell that is believed to be from a Russian American vessel (called the "Neva") caught my attention as well. There is an admission fee of $5. I'd say it's worth it. The older woman at the entrance was so friendly and cheerful. She made me laugh a couple of times just hearing the stories she'd tell to other tourists. She apparently sees brown bears around her house daily. No need for a tour... Lol! What a cool lady! Ask her anything, and I assure you that it will brighten up your day.

    I am so glad I stumbled on this place. I learned a lot from this place, and the staff, especially…read morethe older female employees, was so nice and helpful. Don't miss this place it's only $5 and very worth it!! If this review helped you at all, please mark as helpful and follow me for more around the world.

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    Sitka Historical Society & Museum - Deep sea diving gear that was used to recover artifacts from shipwrecks in the area

    Deep sea diving gear that was used to recover artifacts from shipwrecks in the area

    Sitka Historical Society & Museum - Ship's Bell that is said to be from the "Neva"

    Ship's Bell that is said to be from the "Neva"

    Sitka Historical Society & Museum - A Titan chain saw owned by Oliver "Porky" Bickar; Read about his infamous prank on April Fools Day.

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    A Titan chain saw owned by Oliver "Porky" Bickar; Read about his infamous prank on April Fools Day.

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