Kodiak

Rich in history, Kodiak is home to four museums that celebrate the island’s heritage.

Kodiak has a surprising number of shops, galleries, and gift stores tucked away in alleys or along popular driving routes.  The best thing about Kodiak shopping is that you will find unique, even one-of-a-kind items not available in other parts of Alaska or even other parts of the world.  Most shops sell locally crafted art, clothing, or gift items.  And where else but Kodiak can you purchase smoked Kodiak salmon or take home fresh caught crab or halibut?  Even the first microbrewery in Alaska is in Kodiak!

Everyone who comes to Kodiak wants to sample the fresh catch of the day or, of course, delicious Alaskan king crab. There are many restaurants that offer delights from the sea. You’ll easily find fish and chips in a variety of species: cod, halibut and salmon. In the unlikely event that you have non-fish lovers traveling to Kodiak, there are still plenty of options.

Green mountains rising from the sea, the magnificent Kodiak brown bear, rugged coastlines, abundant birds and wildflowers are all inspirational to the many Kodiak artists.

Kodiak is home to a surprising number of talented visual, fiber, metal and multi-media artists. Skilled craftspeople working with fiber, leather, glass, silver, gold and other metals offer a stunning array of one-of-a-kind investments. Shops and galleries in downtown Kodiak and out Mill Bay Rd. and Rezanof Dr. display their work for your enjoyment and purchase. Coffee shops host art shows throughout the year where you can find and purchase local art.

The Kodiak Arts Council hosts a performing arts series as well as summer art camps for children.