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. Totem poles from Tlingit and Haida areas line the park’s scenic coastal trail, and the restored Russian Bishop’s House is a rare reminder of Russia’s colonial legacy in North America.
Discover the unusual story of how the park's totem pole collection came to be.
Tours of the Russian Bishops House are offered May- September
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Walks, museums, art demonstrations... Find activities that are best for you.
Use these trip ideas to help you find things to do, whether you want to dip your toe or take a deep dive into the park's nature and history.
A traditional dugout canoe, carved by Tommy Joseph and his apprentice Tim Flanery, is on display in Totem Hall.
Explore the park's diverse marine intertidal zone and forest
The modern Tlingit culture can trace their heritage in Sitka back over 10,000 years.
Last updated: March 8, 2025
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