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Sitka National Historical ParkA park ranger leads a group of children down to the beach.
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Sitka National Historical Park
Operating Hours & Seasons
A panoramic view of the exterior of the Visitor Center.
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The Visitor Center is open to the public throughout the year. The Southeast Alaska Indian Cultural Center, totem poles, and museum exhibits are located in the building.
 
Visitor Center
  • mid-May through September:  Daily, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
  • October through mid-May:  Monday-Saturday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.  Closed on Federal holidays during the winter months.

Russian Bishop's House

  • mid-May through September:  Daily, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.  Ranger-led tours are offered every 30 minutes.
  • October through mid-May:  Open by appointment only.  Please call (907) 747-0110 to schedule a ranger-led tour.

Park Trails

  • mid-May through September:  Daily, 6:00 am to 10:00 pm.
  • October through mid-May:  Daily, 7:00 am to 8:00 pm.
Painting of Tlingit warriors  

Did You Know?
The Battle of 1804 marked the beginning of Russian governance in Alaska. All that remains of this last major conflict between Europeans and Alaska Natives is a clearing at the site of the Tlingit fort and battlefield.

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Last Updated: August 10, 2006 at 17:29 EST