Tongass Trading Company

Tongass Trading Company Tongass Trading Co. is Alaska’s oldest continuously operating store. Serving SE AK since 1898! Founded in September, 1898 as "Strong & Johnstone Co."

by Ketchikan pioneers Henry C. Strong and Frederick C. Johnstone, it was renamed Tongass Trading Company in 1900, and incorporated in October, 1901. At the turn of the century, Tongass Trading Company supplied the miners and mining camps throughout Southeast Alaska. In the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s, Tongass Trading Company provided supplies, gear and storage to the commercial halibut fishing fleet, a

s well as household goods, clothes and groceries to local residents. In the mid and latter part of the 20th century, Tongass also supplied the booming logging camps of Southeast Alaska. Through the years, Tongass Trading Company has kept pace with progress and the changing industries of Alaska. Today, Tongass Trading Company supplies commercial and sport fishing gear, hardware, furniture and clothing to industry and residents of Southeast Alaska. Additionally, Tongass Trading Company is a popular stop for cruise ship travelers looking for uniquely Alaskan curios, gifts and souvenirs.

04/18/2026

We love it here in Ketchikan. That’s why we love selling fan merch for it. Check us out if you visit Ketchikan this summer!!

Let us know if we missed some of your favorite spots in the comments!
04/08/2026

Let us know if we missed some of your favorite spots in the comments!

04/03/2026

No whales were harmed in the making of this video.

Check out our new website for all things Alaska🤩

We recently updated our website and here are just some of the things we love! If there is anything you wish was on there...
04/02/2026

We recently updated our website and here are just some of the things we love! If there is anything you wish was on there please comment below, we would love to hear about your experience on it🤩

Worried you might be forgetting something for your Alaskan Cruise? Check out our Alaska travel ready collection on our w...
04/01/2026

Worried you might be forgetting something for your Alaskan Cruise? Check out our Alaska travel ready collection on our website! Enjoy *FREE shipping on orders $100 or more on this specific collection till April 4th!

*Free shipping is automatically applied to qualifying orders, some exclusions apply. See shipping page for details.

Love doesn’t stick to just one day 💘Valentine’s Day might be over, but the sweet treats definitely don’t have to stop.Us...
02/16/2026

Love doesn’t stick to just one day 💘

Valentine’s Day might be over, but the sweet treats definitely don’t have to stop.

Use code EXPLOREAK10 for 10% off + FREE shipping on orders over $100.

Last chance — ends at midnight tonight! 💝

Some exclusions apply.

Thank you for your support and love this year! See you in the New Year!
12/28/2025

Thank you for your support and love this year! See you in the New Year!

Enjoy 25 percent off coupons during our 2 day Christmas Sale on Friday and Saturday, December 19th and 20th.Use one coup...
12/19/2025

Enjoy 25 percent off coupons during our 2 day Christmas Sale on Friday and Saturday, December 19th and 20th.

Use one coupon per customer per department and save on:
• Outfitter Clothing
• Outfitter Shoes
• Marine Sporting Goods
• Marine Hardware

Plus enter our free drawing to win 200 dollars cash.

Coupons are valid in store only and must be presented at checkout. See coupon for full details and exclusions.

Stop by the Dock Store or Marine and Outdoors, grab your coupons, and get your Christmas shopping done while saving big 🎁🎅

Holiday savings are here at Tongass Trading Company! Grab coupons for apparel, footwear, lights, gear and seasonal essen...
12/05/2025

Holiday savings are here at Tongass Trading Company!

Grab coupons for apparel, footwear, lights, gear and seasonal essentials.

Valid through December 24. Visit us in store and save.

12/05/2025

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201 Dock Street
Ketchikan, AK
99901

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+19072255101

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