Sitka Pregnancy Center, 180 Price St, Sitka, AK 99835, US

The Sitka Maritime Heritage Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Sitka, Alaska, dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich maritime heritage of the region. Their main project is the rehabilitation of the Japonski Island Boathouse, a WWII Navy boat shop and marine railway, which will serve as a working maritime heritage center. They offer a variety of programs and activities, including a history blog, oral history programs and videos, classes on maritime history and skills, and a newsletter filled with historical articles and photographs. With a focus on educating the public about the history of Sitka and Alaska, the Sitka Maritime Heritage Society invites visitors to join them for walking tours and open houses at the Japonski Island Boathouse. They also participate in events like WhaleFest and offer a Maritime History Walking Tour, providing a fascinating insight into the surprising story of Sitka's history, from the Tlingit people to the Russians, U.S. Army, and missionaries. Volunteers are welcome to join their work parties to help restore the boathouse, and they even offer sailing classes in partnership with Sound Sailing. Discover the captivating maritime history of Sitka with the Sitka Maritime Heritage Society.Generated from the website