The Rain Barrel — Local services in Ketchikan

This review is solely based on my purchase of a collectible hand carved Alaskan totem.

Owner was very friendly and told us a couple of stories about various items in the shop. It was obvious that he was pushing us towards more expensive items. Understandable if a bit dishonest.

Given the time he spent on us, I did not want to just thank him and leave. I should have done exactly that. I wanted a unique item and a totem souvenir but I did not want to blow a couple of thousand in the store. I settled on a beautifully painted 6 inch specimen priced at $325.

Later in shops in Juneau, I discovered that the collectible figurines are actually coming from a limited edition release by an Alaskan company originally priced at $95. Most stores were selling them for $120 or so. I got hoodwinked out of $200.

Great selection, great stories but do your research before you buy which can be said about anything during a cruise to be honest, on or...

My mom enjoyed your store and the help from Sandy in deciding to purchase a set of Northern lights jewelry. Especially the resizing of the ring.

Walked into this quaint shop thinking it would be like all the others and was pleasantly surprised. Found what I was originally looking for, then I met Sandi. She was very nice and in visiting with her she showed me the northern lights jewelry and the wonderful effect you can see when placed with different colored clothes. With her wonderful personality and husbands approval I purchased a beautiful set of memorable jewelry. Thank you, Sandi, for a memorable visit to...

I'm thrilled to discover Rain Barrel's new location! As a longtime customer, I'm happy to see the same wonderful family business has moved just across the street from Caribou Creek. Their unique Alaskan gifts are still amazing - their mammoth tooth and golden quartz jewelry are my favorites! This time around I'm bringing home a local carved caribou antler. If you're looking for authentic Alaska souvenirs, don't go to their old address - make sure to visit them at their new spot at 323 Spruce Mill way. Perfect for tourists and...