Artists, Galleries & Authors
The best kept secret of Haines is the fact that it is home to more than 50 local artists. Galleries and gift shops offer a comprehensive array of work by local artists as well as those from other parts of Alaska. There are approximately 20 galleries and gift shops in Haines and there is a good chance you'll see an artisan at work. In an area rich with their culture, the skills of the Tlingits' wood-carving and jewelry-making still flourish. Select stores and galleries in Haines carry these unique, traditional works of art to take home with you as a keepsake of your Haines experience. For more information on the art community in Haines, visit the Alaska Arts Confluence web site.
Located in the historic Fort Seward district. For nearly fifty years. Alaska Indian Arts has been dedicated to keeping alive the forms and traditions of Northwest Coast Art for nearly fifty years. Artists in residence practice totem carving, silverwork, printmaking and also experiment with new forms. Historic artifacts, regalia, and contemporary artwork are displayed.
Historic #13 Fort Seward Dr.
PO Box 271
Haines, AK 99827
Phone (907) 766-2160
Specializing in photography of eagles and wildlife of the Chilkat Valley. Open Year round.
PO Box 455
Haines, AK 99827
Phone (907) 766-2294
Artists Donna Cattoti and Rob Goldberg translate Alaska wilderness into paintings, serigraphs, and public art projects on display throughout the state. Glicee reproductions of most of their paintings are available. Open year round.
6.5 Mud Bay Road
PO Box 1154
Haines, AK 99827
Phone/FAX (907) 766-2707
Photographer and author Kathleen M. K. Menke shares her love of the Southeast Alaska and the Far North in photographic images, books, cards, and other items. Open year round.
PO Box 1154
Haines, AK 99827
Phone (907) 766-3517
For a new experience visit our unique studio-gallery with its spectacular glacier view. There is always art in progress on the torch and easel. The gallery showcases a variety of work, including watercolors, flameworked beads, bronze, wood, glass mosaic mirrors, damascus steel, oil paintings, cast silver, and more. Open year round.
PO Box 449
Haines, AK 99827
Phone/Fax (907) 766-2097
Look for the sky blue house located in the historic Fort Seward, 3 blocks from the cruise ship dock, above the Chilkat Center. Knight-Kennedy's creativity includes, unique sterling silver jewelry, original block prints, one-of-a-kind sculptures, organic limited edition signed and numbered T-shirts, pewter ornaments and more. Also available is Knight Kennedy's monograph "Art from the Heart."
Open year round.
121 Second Avenue N.
PO Box 931
Haines, AK 99827
Phone (907) 766-3572
Bob Adkins, author of The Golden Circle
Georgia Giacobbe, author of Rachel's Choice
Elisabeth Hakkinen, author of Haines: The First Century - featuring the early history of Haines.
Judy Hall, author of Native Plants of Southeast Alaska
Dan Henry, featured essay in Pushcart Prize 2003 as well as other publications.
Jack Hodnik, author of Lessons from Alaska
Heather Lende, author of If You Lived Here I'd Know Your Name and Take Care of the Garden and the Dogs
Robert Henderson, author of Charles H. Anway
Tom Lang, author of the books Bear, Cat Coffee, Eagle, Mrs. Claus, and Salmon
Russ Lyman/Joe Ordonez, authors of The Complete Guide to the Tatshenshini River - An informative guide with combined experience of 30 years and over 100 trips down the Tatshenshini and Alsek Rivers.
Kathleen Menke, author of Haines for All Seasons and Spirits of the North
Joe Parnell, author of the poetry collection You Make Me Want . . . to Get a Job
Margaret Piggot, author of Discover Southeast Alaska with Pack and Paddle
Kevin Reeves, author of the poetry collections Alaska and Voices From a Far Land
Cecily Stern, author of A Different Kind of Gold
Eileen Wisdom, author of Loaded for Bear and the children series Words of Wisdom
Specializing in wildlife and scenic photography in Alaska. Open year round.
PO Box 1035
Haines, AK 99827
Phone (907) 766-2797
Located in the Fort Seward Parade Grounds. Visit the art world of Alaskan artist Tresham Gregg, where spiritism, animisim and shamanism come together in woodcarvings, totem poles, masks, cast bronze sculpture, silk screen prints and talismanic silver jewelry that breathe a new life into the Northwest Coast Indian Art stylization.
Open seasonal, May through September.
PO Box 776
Haines, AK 99827
Phone (907) 766-2540
Located at the corner of 1st and Main Streets in downtown, The Sheldon Museum Shop carries a wide selection of Alaska books including local publications, personal histories, state history, wildlife scenery, Tlingit history, art and culture, and children's books as well as arts and crafts produced by Haines and other Alaskan artists.
11 Main Street
PO Box 269
Haines, AK 99827
Phone (907) 766-2366
FAX (907) 766-2368
Specializing in eco-friendly organic T-shirts printed in Haines, and showcasing the talents of local artists. During the summer season, check out our display at 121 2nd Ave. Seasonal, May - September.
PO Box 508
Haines, AK 99827
Phone (907) 766-2961
Judd Mullady's studio is at 5th & Union St. (downstairs). His work consists of stone and other sculpted products.
PO Box 1641
Haines, AK 99827
907-766-3858 PH
Located on Portage Street just up from the Cruise Ship Dock. Walk along a brick path surrounded by a beautiful Alaska garden to an intimate art gallery specializing in fine and local jewelry, Eskimo art, silkscreen works, Northwest coastal art, and unique pieces created of amber and local gold. Jewelry and eye glasses repairs available.
Open year round.
Box 77
Haines, AK 99827
Phone (907) 766-2300
Located on the corner of Willard Street and Second Avenue, across from Haines Visitor's Center, Uniquely Alaskan Arts features Native carvings, unique jewelry, prints, and work by local artist Tresham Gregg.
Open May through mid November and during December through April, Thursday, Friday and Saturday ONLY.
201 Willard Street
PO Box 776
Haines, AK 99827
Phone (907) 766-3525 or 766-2540
Located on Portage Street in historic Fort Seward. The gallery showcases the woodcarvings, totem poles, masks, cast bronze sculpture, silk screen prints and talismanic silver jewelry of Alaskan artist Tresham Gregg.
21 Portage Street
PO Box 776
Haines, AK 99827
Phone/FAX (907) 766-2961