St. Michael’s Orthodox Cathedral

Constructed in the 1840s during the period of Russian rule in Alaska, St. Michael’s Orthodox Cathedral originally served as the seat of the Russian Orthodox Church in North America. Located in Sitka, the cathedral faced a devastating fire in 1966, but the community rallied to salvage and meticulously rebuild an exact replica. Today, visitors can explore this historic landmark, which houses a significant collection of Russian Orthodox art and church artifacts, offering a glimpse into the rich cultural and religious heritage of the region.