Stewart's Photo Shop, Anchorage
Stewart’s Photo Shop stands as a cherished cornerstone in Anchorage, embodying Alaska's rich history through the lens of its cameras and the stories of its owners, Ivan and Oro Stewart. Established in 1944, Stewart's is not only Alaska’s oldest and largest camera store but also a true historical gem. The shop is located in a building with its own storied past, once a butcher store from the 1920s, before the Stewarts transformed it into the vibrant hub of photography it is today.
Inside Stewart’s, visitors find more than just a wide range of new and used cameras, rental gear, and photography classes. The shop is a gateway to Anchorage’s visual history, with an impressive archive of slides, movie films, and photographs that capture decades of Alaskan life. The Stewarts, with their vast knowledge of the craft, are eager to share both practical advice on photography and pieces of Anchorage’s past, displaying rare and historical images that captivate both locals and tourists alike.
Adding a delightful twist to the experience, the Stewarts' pet reindeer, Star, is a regular at local events, drawing smiles and reinforcing the shop’s place in the community. Beyond photography, the Stewarts’ passion extends to Alaskan jade, showcased through a selection of unique jewelry and souvenirs. Whether you’re looking for expert guidance on your next camera purchase, rental gear, or a slice of Alaska’s photographic heritage, Stewart’s Photo Shop promises an experience as timeless as the images it captures.
Inside Stewart’s, visitors find more than just a wide range of new and used cameras, rental gear, and photography classes. The shop is a gateway to Anchorage’s visual history, with an impressive archive of slides, movie films, and photographs that capture decades of Alaskan life. The Stewarts, with their vast knowledge of the craft, are eager to share both practical advice on photography and pieces of Anchorage’s past, displaying rare and historical images that captivate both locals and tourists alike.
Adding a delightful twist to the experience, the Stewarts' pet reindeer, Star, is a regular at local events, drawing smiles and reinforcing the shop’s place in the community. Beyond photography, the Stewarts’ passion extends to Alaskan jade, showcased through a selection of unique jewelry and souvenirs. Whether you’re looking for expert guidance on your next camera purchase, rental gear, or a slice of Alaska’s photographic heritage, Stewart’s Photo Shop promises an experience as timeless as the images it captures.
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Sight Name: Stewart's Photo Shop
Sight Location: Anchorage, USA (See walking tours in Anchorage)
Sight Type: Shopping
Sight Location: Anchorage, USA (See walking tours in Anchorage)
Sight Type: Shopping
Walking Tours in Anchorage, Alaska
Create Your Own Walk in Anchorage
Creating your own self-guided walk in Anchorage is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Anchorage Introduction Walking Tour
Anchorage was settled in 1914 and incorporated as a city six years later. It was named after a hardware and clothing store that was held in a dry-docked steamship nearby. That store was called "The Anchorage." The city holds almost half of the population of Alaska and is one of the largest cities by area in the United States.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles
Anchorage Historical Buildings
As a perfect basecamp for exploring much of what Alaska has to offer, Anchorage is the font of the state’s history. The Downtown’s convenient grid pattern – compact enough to be walked by curious visitors ready to explore the 49th state's largest and most important city – was set up at the same time as the construction started on the Government Hill neighborhood in 1915.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles
Many of... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles