Afognak, located in Kodiak Island Borough, Alaska, was an Alutiiq village on Afognak Island. The village was situated on Afognak Bay on the southwest coast of the island, approximately three miles north of Kodiak Island. Below is detailed information about the town.
County: Kodiak Island Borough
Zip Code: Not available
Latitude / Longitude: 58.0333°N, 152.7500°W
Elevation: Not available
Time Zone: Alaska Standard Time (AKST) (UTC-9)
Established: 5,500 B.C.
Disestablished: March 27, 1964 (Good Friday earthquake)
Comments: Afognak was an Alutiiq village with a history spanning over 7,500 years. The village was abandoned following the 1964 Good Friday earthquake, which caused significant damage to the area. The residents relocated to the newly established community of Port Lions on Kodiak Island.
Remains: The original village site is now within the census-designated place of Aleneva. Some remnants of the village may still be present, but specific details are limited.
Current Status: Afognak is considered a ghost town, with no remaining active community.
Remarks: The history of Afognak reflects the resilience of the Alutiiq people and their adaptation to natural disasters. The relocation to Port Lions allowed the community to continue their cultural traditions in a new setting.
