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Seldovia Village Tribe has a unique history. We are a blend of several native heritages including Aleut, Yupik, Alutiiq and Athabascan peoples. Seldovia Bay's geographic location as the boundary between the ancient Alutiiq and Athabascans, and the actions of nineteenth century Russian Americans created the blend. From the 1850's Russian traders moved Aleuts and Alutiiq from their homelands to a new fur buying/trading post established at Seldovia Bay. Following the American purchase of Alaska the official Russians moved out. Additional native peoples and northern Europeans came to Seldovia drawn by the rich marine resources. In the following hundred years, the native peoples of Seldovia coalesced into one united Tribe always led by one accepted leader. This blending of distinct Alaskan cultures resulted in unique strengths demonstrated by Seldovia Village Tribe today and evident by the number of its members who have filled leadership positions in the Alaska Native Village and Regional Corporations and the Alaska Native Health Care services.

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Seldovia Slough at high tide. Homes and businesses are built on stilts over the water to allow for tidal changes. The bridge over the slough is a perfect place to fish for salmon.

Sunset over a rock formation at Inside Beach. Inside beach is a short walk from downtown and boasts spectacular sunsets and views of Camel Rock and Lookout Point.

Looking down on China Poot Bay with Peterson bay and Upper Kachemak Bay in the background. Seldovia has hiking trails for all ages and abilities. Maps are available at the Seldovia Visitors Center.

A view of Elephant Rock from the shores of Inside Beach at Sunset. Mount Augustine appears in the background.

A view of the old Seldovia Boardwalk from the Seldovia Slough at high tide. This small piece of boardwalk is all that remains after the 1964 earthquake.