Russian Bishop's House, 501 Lincoln Street, Sitka, Sitka Borough, AK

Significance: The Russian Bishop's House is one of only three buildings constructed during the Russian period that remain in Alaska. The log construction, low hipped roof, and stairways in end galleries are all hallmarks of Russian American buildings. This building served as the home of the Russian Orthodox bishop of Alaska, as well as a school, seminary, and orphanage.

Unprocessed Field note material exists for this structure: N2068

Survey number: HABS AK-64

Building/structure dates: ca. 1841- 1843 Initial Construction

Building/structure dates: after. 1972- before. 1988 Subsequent Work

National Register of Historic Places NRIS Number: 66000025

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