Chris and Tamara Fondell have operated the Goldsmith Gallery in Sitka since October of 1990. Originally from Dubuque, Iowa, Chris and Tamara relocated to Alaska to work in an existing jewelry store. They now own and operate both Goldsmith Gallery and Sitka Jewelers, the only locally-owned jewelry stores in town. Expanding their business to the internet has allowed them to bring their innovative jewelry and "Home-town Jeweler" customer service to fine folks all over the world.