HUMBOLDT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

EUREKA, CA

Outside room 10 of the Hotel Arcata Where I lived for a time, in 1978.  $65/mo.
Outside room 10 of the Hotel Arcata Credit: btwashburn

The Humboldt County Historical Society is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Humboldt County, California. The society was founded in 1901 and is located in Eureka, the county seat of Humboldt County. The society operates two museums, the Humboldt Bay Maritime Museum and the Clarke Historical Museum, which showcase the rich history of the region.

The Humboldt Bay Maritime Museum is home to a collection of historic vessels, including fishing boats, sailboats, and steamships. Visitors can explore the vessels and learn about the history of the fishing and shipping industries in the area. The museum also features exhibits on the history of the Coast Guard and the role that Humboldt Bay played in World War II.

The Clarke Historical Museum is dedicated to preserving the history of Humboldt County and the surrounding area. The museum features exhibits on the Native American tribes that inhabited the region, the logging and lumber industries, and the development of the railroad. The museum also houses a collection of historic photographs and artifacts, including a Victorian-era parlor and a replica of a logging camp.

The Humboldt County Historical Society offers educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, tours, and workshops. The society also maintains an extensive research library and archives, which are open to the public by appointment. Overall, the Humboldt County Historical Society is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of Humboldt County and the Pacific Northwest.

HUMBOLDT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in EUREKA CA. US MID #8400600927

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

Contact HUMBOLDT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

HUMBOLDT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 8000
EUREKA
CA
95501-1901

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HUMBOLDT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8400600927
Name HUMBOLDT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 237335930
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201206
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 40.795846, -124.160036
CODES FIPS State Code: 06
FIPS County Code: 023
US Census Tract: 000500
US Census Block: 4005