The Moore Homestead

Visiting the Moore House in the summer

NPS/Shannon Millard

Quick Facts

Location:

5th Ave and Spring St

Significance:

Oldest building in Skagway

Amenities

6 listed

Accessible Rooms, Accessible Sites, Audio Description - Live, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Information - Ranger/Staff Member Present, Wheelchair Accessible

The Moore Homestead is the remaining land from William and Ben Moore's original 160 acre homestead claim in Skagway. The Moore Cabin is the oldest structure in town, built in 1887. Visitors may peek into the structure when a ranger is present.

Also on the property is the Moore House museum. Built over the course of several years starting in 1897, this was the home Ben Moore and his family. Today two rooms have been restored to their Victorian era charm. Other rooms feature exhibits about the family, life in this frontier town, the interracial marriage between Ben Moore and Klinget-sai-yet, and the restoration of the building.

This museum is staffed by a park ranger and often a quiet, less visited park location. During the summer months you can enjoy the spacious yard, shaded seating area, and outdoor exhibit panels.

Learn more about the history of the Moore Homestead.