Totem Heritage Center

Totem Heritage Center

www.ketchikanmuseums.org
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(556) · History museum in Ketchikan, United States
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The Totem Heritage Center was established in 1976 to house and preserve endangered 19th century totem poles retrieved from uninhabited Tlingit and …

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Sep 26, 2024
The Heritage Center offers great examples of native totems and other artwork, clothing, etc. They have some totems that are 200 years old. Very educational and reasonably priced. Definitely worth a s…Full review by AndyKansasCity
Aug 21, 2024
We visited the Totem Heritage Center not expecting much. We knew ahead of time that it was was small and inexpensive. What made it 1000 times better was the young man working there, I believe his n…Full review by Kim S
Aug 6, 2024
Although small, there is a wealth of knowledge inside. The staff are very helpful and answered all our questions. We knew nothing of the culture of totem poles and learnt a lot. Very reasonable entra…Full review by borntobewildinvegas
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The Totem Heritage Center is a historical and cultural museum founded in 1976 and located in Ketchikan, Alaska. The center is operated by t…
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Established:1976
Located:601 Deermount Street, Ketchikan, Alaska
Area:1.68 acres (0.68 ha)
Director:Anita Maxwell

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Hi all - I will be visiting Ketechan in June and would appreiciate if you can tell me where to join the shutlle and any other …
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Hi all - I will be visiting Ketechan in June and would appreiciate if you can tell me where to join the shutlle and any other information that will be helpful. Thanks and have a nice day! S1rw
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If you Google "Ketchican Walking Tour Map", you will find a free map which is easy to print out (or you can collect one from the Visitor Information Centre when you arrive). You will find a …
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If you Google "Ketchican Walking Tour Map", you will find a free map which is easy to print out (or you can collect one from the Visitor Information Centre when you arrive). You will find a site called "Explore Ketchican" which is full of useful information. The walk is mostly flat - you can do it at your own pace, and you get to see a lot of the tourist places along the way. Cute place to wander around. I'm sure you'll enjoy your visit. Make sure you purchase some souvenirs from Creek Street - great shops, friendly people and lots to see!
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What is the entrance fee to Totem Heritage Center for adults / seniors / handicapped? How far is it to Totem Bight Park …
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What is the entrance fee to Totem Heritage Center for adults / seniors / handicapped? How far is it to Totem Bight Park from the Heritage Center? Cost for the Park? Are both places worthwhile to see if you are traveling on the bus and have 5 hours total to get back to the ship??
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Hey, Georgia! I can't remember exactly what the fee was for the heritage center, but it wasn't much. It's not crowded because it's not a real tourist draw, but if you are really interested in …
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Hey, Georgia! I can't remember exactly what the fee was for the heritage center, but it wasn't much. It's not crowded because it's not a real tourist draw, but if you are really interested in the totem culture it's cool. All the very, very old totems are here. It's at the top of the Creek Street area and you can walk back by way of the creek and scenic areas. I would consider it if you aren't feeling stressed with time. If you have mobility issues, maybe not so much. I would go to Totem Bight, for sure. It's free, easy to get to on the bus (nice view from window), the bus is a buck (get the $2 day pass), there is a donation box at the entrance, good bathrooms. If you have only five hours, wow, that's pushing it. Frankly, I would either take the bus to Totem Bight and Saxman Park or do one totem park and hang out downtown/Creek Street.....maybe see if you have time for the heritage center which I would put in the fourth place of importance. Hope you get some sunshine while you are there. It's a sweet little borough. Don't let the shops near the dock hook you for too long. HA! Enjoy!
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what's the easiest way to get there from the cruise ship??? how far a walk is it and is there an entrance fee for seniors??
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The easiest way to get to the Totem Heritage Center from the docks is to take the free downtown shuttle (look for the city bus that says "free shuttle"). The shuttle runs on a 30-minute …
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The easiest way to get to the Totem Heritage Center from the docks is to take the free downtown shuttle (look for the city bus that says "free shuttle"). The shuttle runs on a 30-minute loop and stops in front of the Center. Otherwise, it's about a 10 minute walk for most visitors from the docks. Our nominal $5/person admission supports the Center. Looking forward to your visit! If you have additional questions, please feel free to call us at 907-225-5900. Thank you!
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