Overview
Sitka National Historical Park preserves the site of the 1804 battle between the Tlingit and Russian forces, along with a forest trail lined with totem poles.
History
The park was set aside in the 1890s and made a national monument in 1910, making it Alaska's oldest federally designated park. It also includes the restored Russian Bishop's House.
Today
The park tells both Tlingit and Russian history, and it is a top stop for Sitka visitors.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.