Ketchikan is a small town if 5000 people and this theatre dies a good job for what it provides…read more I find it funny another reviewer gives the place a 1 star review based on some supposed ex-employee situation and not based on the services provided. Ticket prices are more than fair and find the place clean and the theaters are good quality. Their snack/popcorn stand is clean and reasonable priced. Shame people try to use yelp to bully others.

well it is really expensive and well its DISGUSTING and the employees should be way nicer and the…read moreother thing is when theres kids that are small let them sit in front of you

This was a very nice center. It featured totem poles and the history behind them…read more Walk over to the Deer Mountain Hatchery for additional sites. We enjoyed seeing the amazing work on the poles

We walked the trails from Creek Street to this charming little museum and were glad we made the…read morestop. Admission is very reasonable at $7 for adults, with free admission for children and military members, and just $6 for seniors 65+. While I do wish the museum was a bit larger, there was still a nice collection of totem poles to see and learn about. They even have several totem poles displayed outside, so if you don't have time to go inside, it's still worth stopping by for a photo. We were amazed by the history behind them and just how old some of these incredible pieces are. The staff was friendly and welcoming, the bathrooms were clean, and the exhibits were well maintained. Overall, it's a great short stop to get out of the rain, learn something new, and experience an important part of the local culture. As an added bonus, the free shuttle will bring you here and back to downtown, making it a very convenient attraction to visit. Highly recommended if you're exploring the area!

June, 2025. My husband and I loved our visit to Southeast Alaska Discovery Center, a collaboration…read morebetween the US Forest Service and Alaska parks on the Tongass National Forest. We spent about two hours in the center, but easily could have spent more. There are interesting cultural and ecological displays spread over two floors -- in well laid out and open display areas. There is also extensive programming, both with Ranger Programs and regular films in the comfortable theater. We particularly enjoyed watching two Native artists -- one putting finishing touches on an oil painting and the other painting a symbolic paddle. Youngsters can participate in the Junior Rangers Program. I was able to get a stamp in my National Parks Passport though technically this isn't a national park, and to buy a refrigerator magnet souvenir. Summer admission is $5 for those aged 16 and above; free for those 15 and younger. Tip: if you have a National Parks pass, it's accepted at the Discovery Center so don't leave it at home in Virginia! The Discovery Center is an easy walk from the cruise terminal, as well as the Creek Street area, but doesn't have the crowds of either.

The website for Southeast Alaska Discovery Center states that "...this USDA Forest Service managed…read morecenter serves as a gateway to the Tongass National Forest, the largest National Forest in the United States." The museum is located just a street away from where the Ruby Princess was docked. Inside were informative exhibits and artifacts. And, with our America The Beautiful Annual Park Pass, we bypassed the entrance fee. Plus, we got a stamp for our National Parks Passport even though it's not a National Park. Pretty neat visit, especially getting to see totem poles not worn out by the weather.

Have you had a Duck Fart?…read more Really what brought us in was this sign that asked us to try one. So, we went in asked the bartender who was awesome to explain it as she made it and it was a tasty little concoction of crown, Jameson, and Kahlua. I thought it to be so good, that I ordered one for Liz. I also tried their imperial stout which was pretty good too. The bar looked roomie, it was empty during midday though, but it appeared to have potential for live music and lively gatherings come sundown. If you have time and are thirsty, check it out.

We stopped in to sit and get a drink while in town. The service was just great and we were pleased…read moreto feel like locals here instead of feeling like tourists. We also loved the decor, especially all the photos in the area. If I was a local, this would have been my local bar. It's worth checking out for sure.

If you are a fan of one of a kind, high-end , handmade art than this is a business not to be…read moremissed. These pieces of art are absolutely exquisite and are made from materials only available to native artisans. The work is original, certified and not knock offs like you find in the vast majority of the stores throughout Alaska. The owner Mike, who is extremely friendly and informative will explain how this work is certified and what to look for when you are at other stores. The Level of detail on the sculptures and quality of the work has to be seen to be appreciated. Mike, who has been in Alaska for 50 years and in business for 30 years will give you the history of his business and how he travels to various remote parts of Alaska to obtain these works of art and foster the long term relationships with the native artisans to stock his shop. If you settle on a piece of art he will ship it for you back to the lower 48 providing a convenient way of getting it home, especially the larger pieces of work.

Hello all travelers, I have been wanting to visit this…read moregallery since 2017. Finally made it in 2025. It was worth the wait. The owner knows his art and artist. He lives here. This is the place to get a real piece of art from your journey up the Northwest Passage. I brought back a wonderful serigraph from the artist Tale. I was also given a very nice embossed paper art. I have it framed against a printed cloth background from Polynesia, all members of the Pacific. Stop by if you can. It is a short sprint to dock 4. Ben

Eclectic store with lots of fun things to look at. I found a Buffalo tooth to replace mine that is…read morecracking. Kind staff and could have spent a long time looking at everything.

AMAZING!!! This store is just AMAZING! Anyone and everyone who travels to Ketchikan must check out…read morethis shop. They have authentic, hand-made, original jewelry, art, prints, cards, tshirts, native items, and much more!! I got a bunch of art prints that were just beautiful. I spotted a pair of amazing silver starfish carved earrings, I bought them and I freakin love them so much! I could definitely spend a lot of money here. I will FOR SURE be back and highly recommend this to all people who visit Ketchikan.

We wanted to get a totem pole to take home as our souvenir from Ketchikan, but didn't want a cheesy…read moreresin casting or an overpriced hand made piece cranked out on a line like a factory. We headed down Main Street and stumbled upon Rail Creek and had a great experience. The store is probably about 750 sq ft and is split with half devoted to totems and half to stone carved sculptures, mostly of animals. The wall of totems had a cool selection with lots of different stories told. They aren't on consignment like some places and they work directly with the artists to create the pieces and provide a retail space to sell them while negotiating a good price they can pass on to us consumers. Win-win. They were willing to make a deal on a mix of pieces but we settled on just one that we are so happy with. I'm so glad we stumbled upon their shop and stayed away from the castings or the over priced consigned pieces that look identical in every shop. Highest recommendation for a great locally made Ketchikan product!

This is an awesome shop where they hand-make totem poles for you to take home. The women took the…read moretime to tell us about as many as we wanted to know about and gave us good prices on them. I highly highly recommend going here to get your totem poles.

Had a racist experience today during the art walk with the owner. It was our first stop for the art…read morewalk we went in looked at the art pieces picked up a few pieces and put them back. We didn't buy anything but we're not required to. At the back of the store there serving food, we were surprised we didn't know there was food we asked and they told us it was free. We got some food ate it and my friend continued to look around while I went out to eat my food so I wasn't just standing in the way. Two more of my friend come out and join me while we wait for my other friends to finish looking. The OWNER (I'll include a picture of her lol tell me if that's the owner) came and told us (we're all black by the way) they weren't just giving free food and this was about art. I replied that we did look at the art pieces. I was really shocked because we spend a least 10-15 minutes looking at the art. We made sure the food was free before we took any and I went out side to eat to be respectful just in case I dropped anything on some art pieces. We were the only ones she said this to. It our first time in Ketchikan so to experience this in our first weeks here was so upsetting.

This gallery has very nice quality artwork and quite a variety. The service is also friendly and…read morehelpful. There is a website as well. Definitely worth a stop.