We always visit this gem. There are some real special jewelry pieces we always buy…read more Vic and Judi

If you find yourself in Skagway, make time to stop at this adorable able little shop. A great…read morelittle shop for local art and gifts. We ended up buying a piece of artwork that we will treasure!

We were extremely impressed with the quality work that Addison produces in his studio! More…read moreimportantly his customer service was outstanding and he is very supportive of local artists and business owners in the area. The variety and unique character of his artwork is special to the area as well as his artistic taste. I would highly suggest that you make a stop and see him produce amazing glablown artwork and other unique local pieces.

If you're looking for something special to remember you trip, definitely come to Inspired Arts…read more Filled with unique art and jewelry you will find something that speaks to you. My sister and I have matching silver diving whale tail pendants. These are NOT the usual trinkets you find in the souvenir shops that you find all over the place. Fair priced and beautiful items and you don't have to barter to feel like you got a good price. The store is filled with local artist items so you can take home a piece of Alaska that means something.

After wandering through the neighborhood behind the main drag of Skagway, we came to this adorable…read moregallery and I was instantly drawn in by a watercolor of the Northern Lights I saw from the doorway. My husband was instantly drawn in by the dog sitting in the driver's seat of a truck out front, but I digress. This is the only place we purchased artwork to remember our trip. The gallery has many unique pieces of art, from paintings and prints to guitar picks made out of fossilized bone and locally made jewelry. Each artist featured is a Skagway local and very in touch with the culture and vibe of the location so you know you are taking home something meaningful and not just another souvenir.

Lynch & Kennedy is a gallery full of beautifully curated works from artists across Alaska. Ask…read moreabout any of the pieces or artists who made them and they will have the story behind it. The range is impressive--metalwork, woodcraft, resin pieces, and even mammoth ivory--all thoughtfully displayed in a calm and inviting space. Even though I didn't make a purchase, it was clear that every piece carried both craftsmanship and local character. At the heart of the shop is Cheryl, who brings in authentic pieces so visitors can take home something meaningful from their stay. Her warmth and genuine connection to the community make the experience even more memorable. It's a store that reflects both artistry and a sense of place, well worth a visit.

TL;DR: If you want deals, keep walking. If you want quality and got currency, come on in!…read more The Purchase: * Limited Edition #142, Seven Star Blanket, Pendleton, Wool $395.00. The Store * Upscale local art and a selection of exclusive Alaska-themed quality goods. There was no poorly manufactured, forgettable merchandise here. The Experience * Staff were helpful and persuasive. The woman who helped us had a good sense of humor, was direct, and did not mess around. The slight markup on the limited-edition blanket was tempered by its scarcity. It's not available online. The Verdict: * If you have cash to burn, this is a worthwhile stop.

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.

Haines has a road coming right from the cruise port, and it goes UP. About halfway up that long…read morehill, there is the Whale Rider Gallery. It's a little blue building and inside are beautiful works of Alaskan art. There's jewelry, little figures, paintings, and larger pieces. Yes, it is a hike to get there but worth it for something unique from Alaska.

I love this place and go there every time I'm in the area. It's usually when I'm on an Alaska…read morecruise. This location has beautiful rubber stamps to Commemorate your visit if you have a National passport stamping book. The exhibits onsite give you a feel for what the prospectors had to go thru to try to get to the gold Fields. It looked like the golden staircase had huge step ups on the way up the trail. And it said each miner had to have 2,000 pounds of food, so they had to make lots of trips up and back to take all that food up the trail.

Visited the historic park and really enjoyed it. It tells the fascinating story of the Klondike…read moreGold 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.

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.