Currents of Change
On an island amid towering spruce and hemlock, Sitka National Historical Park preserves the site of a battle between invading Russian traders and indigenous Kiks.ádi Tlingit; park visitors are awed by Tlingit and Haida totem poles standing along the park’s scenic coastal trail; and the restored Russian Bishop’s House speaks of Russia’s little known colonial legacy in North America.
Features
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Park Prescriptions Program
The Park Prescriptions Program promotes health and wellness within Sitka. To learn how you can become involved, watch our introductory Park RX video.
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Stinky Salmon
Download this amazing footage of spawning pink salmon in the park's Indian River
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Exploring a Watery World
The Indian River is the heart of the Park. Learn more about how the park protects critical habitat for salmon, eagles and brown bears.
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Explore SEAN
Visit the Southeast Alaska Inventory and Monitoring Network.
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Did You Know?
Sitka National Historical Park has the distinction of being the oldest federally designated park in Alaska. It was designated as a park by President Benjamin Harrison on June 21, 1890. More...