Sitka History Museum
Community history museum inside Harrigan Centennial Hall, right where the cruise shuttle stops.
By Greg Peters, editor · Updated October 2026
Community history museum inside Harrigan Centennial Hall, right where the cruise shuttle stops.
Highlights
- Inside Harrigan Centennial Hall with the summer visitor desk
- Operated by the Sitka History Museum (sitkahistory.org)
Facts checked October 19, 2026 with sitkahistory.org, visitsitka.org, mapcarta.com. Hours and prices change, so confirm before you go.
Museum details →Map: Sitka History Museum
The 3D map shows the walk here from the shuttle stop. Expand it to switch to the tender landing and explore.
Map: USGS elevation; streets and buildings © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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