Sitka National Historical Park - Facilities

Ranger-led tours are offered every 30 minutes.
October - mid-May  Appointment only

Phone
907-747-0110

Location
Located near Sitka"s central business district at 501 Lincoln Street.

Closures
During the winter season, the house is open by appointment only. Fees are not charged during the winter season.

Special Programs
Special programs are scheduled throughout the summer. Additional information can be found in our In Depth web pages or by contacting the park.

Exhibits
The Russian Bishop"s House is one of the last remaining buildings from the Russian colonial period in North America. The historic structure is registered as a National Historic Landmark. Exhibits on the Russian American Company, Russian history and Orthodoxy are displayed on the lower level. Park rangers lead visitors on a tour of the second floor through the beautifully restored bishop"s residence and chapel. Two historic buildings, the Priests" Quarters and the Old School, are located on site.

VISITOR CENTERS

Visitor Center & Southeast Alaska Indian Cultural Center

Open
mid-May through September:   8 am - 5 pm
October through mid-May: Open by appointment only.

Phone
907-747-6281

Location
The Park is located at the south end of Lincoln Street, approximately one- fourth mile from downtown Sitka.

Special Programs
Tlingit artists demonstrate their skills in the Southeast Alaska Indian Cultural Center. Ranger-led programs about the nature, history and anthropology of the park are featured during the summer months. The bookstore is open daily from May through September.

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.