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Kodiak Fisheries Research Center
About our Facility
Welcome to the Kodiak Fisheries Research Center (KFRC), Kodiak Island Borough’s 45,937 square foot multi-agency laboratory and office building.
Research Center
This state of the art facility is unique because it brings together primary fisheries research agencies under one roof. These are:
- National Marine Fisheries Service
- Alaska Department of Fish and Game
- Kodiak Regional Aquaculture Association
Background
The concept for the $20 million dollar project was spurred forward after the disastrous Exxon-Valdez Oil Spill (EVOS) of 1989 and the building was completed in 1998, funded in part by EVOS criminal, state, and federal settlements.
Kodiak’s ecosystem is abundant in scenic beauty, marine habitat, commercial fishing resources and research opportunities. Our goal is to enrich each visitor’s knowledge, understanding and appreciation of one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world.
The KFRC is committed to the preservation, enhancement and management of the North Pacific marine ecosystem and its resources.
Mission Statement
To enrich public knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the rich and diverse ecosystems of the Kodiak Island Archipelago by providing an educational and interactive overview of the wildlife, marine life, commercial fishing resources and fisheries research programs on the island.
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Kodiak Fisheries Research Center
Physical Address
301 Research Court
Kodiak , AK 99615
Phone: (907) 481-1800Fax: (907) 481-1830
THIS FACILITY IS CURRENTLY CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC
Winter Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Summer Hours
(Memorial Day - Labor Day)
Monday - Saturday
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Conference room reservations.
School/group tour reservations.