Located on the outer shore of Baranof Island in southeast Alaska, Sitka National Historical Park preserves historically and culturally significant sites and artifacts related to the 1804 Battle of Sitka between Tlingit and Russians forces, the Russian-American period in Alaska, and the Native people of Southeast Alaska. The Totem Poles of Sitka NHP
Discover the unusual story of how the park's totem pole collection came to be. ![]() People
Learn about the people that have shaped Sitka's history ![]() Places
Learn more about the important place you can visit at the park ![]() Museum Collection
Explore some of the park's 154,000 collection items ![]() The Battle of 1804
Lear more about the lead up to the Battle of 1804 and how the outcome shaped the future of Sitka ![]() Park Stories
Hear firsthand accounts of the park and surrounding areas |
Last updated: January 11, 2025