Location: Skagway
Top Things to do in Skagway
10 Museums in Skagway That You Shouldn't Miss
The Municipality and Borough of Skagway (/ˈskæɡweɪ/) is a first-class borough in Alaska on the Alaska Panhandle. As of the 2010 census, the population was 920. Estimates put the 2015 population at 1,057 people. The population doubles in the summer tourist season in order to deal with more than 900,000 visitors. Incorporated as a Borough on June 25, 2007, it was previously a city (urban Skagway located at 59°27′30″N 135°18′50″W / 59.45833°N 135.31389°W / 59.45833; -135.31389) in the Skagway-Yakutat-Angoon Census Area (now the Hoonah–Angoon Census Area).
Restaurants in Skagway
1. Hunter Art Studio
2. Alaska Art Colony
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
3. BearHead Photography Gallery
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5.0 based on 110 reviews
Come and see a National Geographic photographers perspective of Alaska. Barrett Hedges' gallery, Nature's Wildest Moments, has images printed from his travels all over the state of Alaska, and the western U.S. All images are for sell, but you can come and just view and see how beautiful the wild places of Alaska are. We also offer free shipping to most places world wide!
Reviewed By wishiweredownunder - Winston Salem, United States
This is a lovely gallery, and Barrett's photography are truly amazing. His wildlife shots have graced magazine covers and I am excited to have one of his photos on my wall at home. His work highlights all the amazing beauty in Alaska!
4. Addison Hanna Gallery
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Addison Hanna Gallery is a contemporary art gallery with a glassblowing studio and offers free demonstrations and exhibits local artists work along with other artists from the lower 48. This studio is different than most shops in town where 100% of the art is made here in Skagway Alaska or the USA.
5. Skagway Museum and Archives
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4.5 based on 199 reviews
The history and rich culture of Skagway are featured in its most treasured artifacts, mementos, photographs and historical records dating from the early 1900s.
Reviewed By jennsettlewatkins - Foley, United States
The Skagway Museum and Archives is really a beautiful building full of wonderful information about the history of Skagway. The greeters were delightful and welcoming. There's so much learn about this wonderful little port city. Thanks for a great visit!
6. Trail of '98 Museum
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4.5 based on 68 reviews
Fascinating display of gold rush memorabilia.
Reviewed By Bad_Seed4 - Canberra, Australia
So, your cruise ship is in town and you need a break from endless knife and jewellery shops? Then move one street back from the main street and visit this little gem of a place. For a modest financial investment, you can spend as much or as little time as you like depending on how much reading/ listening you like to do in museums wandering around the interesting displays. For a local museum in a small regional town, it really is well done.
7. Corrington’s Alaskan Ivory & Museum
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4.5 based on 59 reviews
Combination museum/gift shop contains detailed account of Alaska's history.
Reviewed By DellaG_12 - Coquitlam, Canada
Some individuals take great interest in amassing an interesting assortment and pieces of local history. Thankfully these individuals have acquired enough artifacts and have taken a bold step to categorize the collection and have displayed this in a personalized "museum". Thanks to the efforts of Mr. Corrington, his small but fascinating museum is on display for the general public. It is a wonderful collection of items that are of historical interest pertaining to early settlement of Alaska from early pioneers/miners,local natives, wildlife and daily tools, firearms etc. You can take 10 minutes or linger for an hour viewing this display. It is a wonderful and valuable collection that gives insight to the settlement of pioneers and locals. Leaves a very lasting impression.
8. Red Onion Saloon Brothel Museum
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4.5 based on 833 reviews
Reviewed By murraysawyer - Sydney, Australia
Great tour The ladies give u a great insight into the old world and how it all worked Well wot try the money and the time Highly recommend
9. Inspired Arts
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
Original Local Art Gallery - 30 year resident & artist - owned and operated -
10. Jeff. Smiths Parlor Museum
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4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By wahoowa1213
The National Park Service runs free tours of this dime museum; our ranger guide was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. The three room museum is chock full of historical oddities and scam exhibits created by the notorious Jefferson "Soapy" Smith. You must have a ticket and they are free. Well worth a visit.
