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ICI •Pg_43-58__BMT_pg86-162 12/21/12 1:44 AM Page 54 AREA GUIDES Photo Credit: AlexSava Beautiful Bay town, Sitka Alaska adjacent room for receptions or afterparties, the new Sitka Performing Arts Center is ready to make your musical or dramatic events spectacular. Fully equipped with state of the art audio and video, balcony and box seating, princess box seats, large foyer / lobby and an orchestra pit, this amazing venue is sure to capture the planners eye. Whether you're planning a reception, company meeting, board retreat, or fund-raising event, make it memorable aboard an Allen Marine vessel. Imagine your group on a catered evening cruise or a wildlife viewing adventure in beautiful Sitka Sound. The charter coordinator can assist with planning and work with you to ensure that your charter is a wonderful experience for all on board. While in Sitka, conference or meeting attendees are encouraged to explore the region's natural habitat and delve into the many cultural activities the city has to offer. One of Sitka's strongest distinguish54 BM&T ••• ing features is the cultural fusion of the Tlingit intermingled with Russian American influences. This robust duality emanates from the local galleries, art, downtown architecture, dance performances, and local museums. The Tlingit have lived continuously in Sitka for over 50 centuries. Discover age-old stories of the Tlingit people at Sitka National Historical Park (known as "Totem Park" by locals) and the adjacent Sitka Cultural Center. Here, totems carved by the masterful hands of Tlingit and Haida Indians can be seen along a pathway that meanders through the rainforest. The Naa Kahidi Dancers include Tlingit performers both young and old. Together, they maintain the ancient art of storytelling through traditional dance. Performances are held throughout the summer in the Sheet'ka Kwaan Naa Kahidi, built in the style of a Tlingit clan house. Located on a lush forested island September/October 2012••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com halfway between Seattle, Washington, and Anchorage, Alaska, Sitka enjoys daily jet service from Alaska Airlines from these cities, as well as Juneau, and Ketchikan. Ferry Sitka is also accessible by the Alaska Marine Highway Ferry or by ship. Sit back and enjoy the ride no matter how you choose to travel to historic and scenic Sitka! • • • STATS • • • HOTEL ROOMS Westmark Sitka 105 Shee Atika Totem Square Inn 68 Sitka Hotel 41 EXHIBITION FACILITIES HArrigan Centennial Hall Total Exhibit Space Meeting Rooms 18,000 sq. ft. 10 WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Sitka CVB – (800) 557.4852 www.sitka.org