Moore Cabin

The Moore Cabin in Skagway, AK is a historic landmark that holds the distinction of being the first building constructed in the area, a decade before the Klondike Gold Rush. Owned by Captain William Moore and his son J. Bernard Ben Moore, the cabin showcases the struggles and impact of the gold rush on the local community, while also highlighting the merging of cultures through Ben's marriage to Klinget-sai-yet Shotridge, a member of a prestigious Tlingit family.

As Skagway grew during the gold rush, so did the Moore family and their house, which evolved into a one-and-a-half story wood frame structure. The Moores profited from their investments, selling timber to gold rush stampeders and charging ships to dock at their wharf. However, they also faced challenges, including prejudice due to their interracial marriage and strained relations with Ben's father. Today, the Moore Cabin stands as a restored museum, fulfilling Ben Moore's vision of becoming a tourist attraction.

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