Historical artifacts tell of both the travail and promise of the college and the community. Interestingly flashlights were loaned to us by the volunteers manning the museum during our visit because of inadequate ambient lighting in the facility. Sadly, like the college, the place has a feeling of imminent decline. More

Very nice collection.It was really fun to see all of the amazing tools as well as masks, clothing and general info.It has a great atmosphere.It's very well designed. More

If you have any interest at all in Native Americana, do not miss this classic little museum. Artifacts from the four native peoples of Alaska- Athapaskan, Eskimo, Aleut, and Northwest Coast (primarily Tlingit, but also Tsimshian and Haida), are displayed a wonderful manner,and don't fail to open all the drawers which display small things like toys, sewing kits, and other... More

A huge museum in a small historic building, devoted to native american displays. We spent an entire afternoon there & still did not see everything. There was a live carving demonstration going on, and several "hands-on" activities where one could try the basics of weaving, etc. The level of lighting is low to protect the artifacts, but the museum provides... More

10-15 minute walk from dock. This is a small museum that has more items than some twice as big. Best $4.00 I've spent in a long time. Be sure to open the exhibit drawers. Hands on 'how to' make baskets, etc. on display allowed for any age. See web site for directions and time. Low lighting for protection of artifacts.... More

The collection at the Sheldon Jackson Museum offers wonderful insight into the lives of early First Nation peoples. It is a small museum, but is jam-packed with wonderful displays of clothing, boats and artwork. Definitely worth the price of admission! More

The Sheldon Jackson Museum is small and fantastic. If you have an interest in seeing waterproof garments from early Alaska this is the place to go. Sheldon Jackson had the insight to save the lovely garments for later generations. We spent fourteen weeks touring the Inside Passage. The Sheldon Jackson Museum is one of the best kept displays of early... More