Tourists at Ketchikan Creek

"The photo resonated with me because I could relate to the sense of wonderment I experienced when I first arrived in Ketchikan (I still experience it!). The photo also represents two of the major industries in Ketchikan, fishing and tourism, which are so important to our community. I chose this particular location because it is a popular spot for tourists to shop and watch the salmon swimming up the creek. I asked a few friends to show up as well and fill in as their best recreation of a modern day tourist. To take the photo, I lingered on a deck downstream from the bridge and waited for a group of tourists to stop and take in the surroundings. It was fun to people watch and see others enjoy our beautiful community!"
— Iwona Edwards

Modern image
Photographer: Iwona Edwards
On loan courtesy of Iwona Edwards, L2015.4.55.1

Historic image
Tourists watching the salmon run at Ketchikan Creek, 1912
Photographer: Forest J. Hunt
Pictured: Unknown
Donor: Marjorie Cloudy, KM 2003.2.3.31