The Star
The Star is a historic commercial building at 5 Creek Street in Ketchikan, Alaska, United States. It is the only one of a once-numerous collection of brothels that famously lined Creek Street to retain its historical integrity, and was one of the largest in the city.
- Type: Building
- Description: historic building in Ketchikan, Alaska, United States
- Also known as: “The Star (Ketchikan, Alaska)”
Places of Interest Nearby
Highlights: Ketchikan Federal Building and Stedman–Thomas Historic District.
Ketchikan Federal Building
Government office
Stedman–Thomas Historic District
Historic site
Totem Heritage Center
Museum
Places in the Area
Nearby places include Ketchikan and Saxman.
Saxman
Village
Ward Cove
Hamlet
Ward Cove is an unincorporated community in Ketchikan Gateway Borough, Alaska, United States. Ward Cove is situated 6 miles northwest of The Star.
The Star
Latitude
55.34247° or 55° 20′ 33″ north
Longitude
-131.64253° or 131° 38′ 33″ west
Elevation
46 feet (14 metres)
Open location code
947C89R4+XX
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In Other Languages
From Bavarian to German—“The Star” goes by many names.
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Localities in the Area
Places to explore: Creek Street and Stedman–Thomas Historic District.
Nearby Places
Places to explore: United States Customs and Border Protection Port of Entry Ketchikan and New York Hotel and Cafe.
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