Sitka Historical Society, located in the Centennial Bldg in downtown Sitka, has permanent displays showing the history of Sitka. The museum features an eight foot square model of Sitka in 1867, photographs, Russian artifacts, and paintings from all eras.

There are also exhibits on fishing, forestry, tourism and the Alaska Purchase. Also visit the museum gift shop. The museum is open year round by the Sitka Historical Society and is free to the public.

Location: PO Box 6181, 330 Harbor Dr, Sitka Alaska 99835 Telephone 907-747-6455 Fax 907-747-6588

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Other upcoming events include: International Film Festival Anchorage December 4 thru December 17 Tesoro Iron Dog Big Lake February 21 thru February 27 Harbor Stars Kodiak December 17 World Ice Art Championships Fairbanks February 21 thru March 28 Winter Festival North Pole December 5 thru December 6