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Welcome to the Clarke Historical Museum​

The mission of the Clarke Historical Museum is to celebrate the rich and varied history of Northwestern California by preserving, sharing, and interpreting that history in ways that increase knowledge, enrich the spirit, engage the mind, and stimulate the imagination.

Whether a tourist or a local, a stop in Old Town Eureka is not complete without a visit to the Clarke Historical Museum.

Founded by Eureka High School teacher Cecile Clarke, the museum has been housed in the landmark Bank of Eureka building since 1960. The Clarke Museum proudly displays the rich history of Humboldt County, which includes vibrant Native American cultures, gold rush settlements, the lumber industry, prosperous ranching, farming and livelihoods wrung from the sea. Walking through period rooms and changing exhibits, visitors can glimpse Victorian elegance, remarkable craftsmanship, and everyday work, home, life and play from Humboldt County’s past.

We look forward to making your next visit to Humboldt a historic one!
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The Clarke Historical Museum is also the site of the Eureka Visitor Center, operated by Humboldt Made.
They can be reached at 707 798 6411 .
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Current Exhibits

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The Clarke Museum in the News!
We are happy to announce that the Clarke is once more open to the public. 
​Hours: 10am-4pm
​Wednesday through Sunday 


Eureka Arts Alive (Currently Postponed)
1st Saturday of the Month
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday Night Markets (Currently Online)
Fridays, 5-8 pm
May-September


240 E Street
Eureka, California 95501

(707) 443-1947
admin@clarkemuseum.org

Suggested Donation
 $5 person
$10 family

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Digital Content! 

Wild Teas Tasting Event

​Immigration, Expulsion, Homecoming Virtual tours now on our website!

Coming soon
Nealis Hall Mini-Tours

Also 
Ask a Curator Video Series
​Behind the Scenes at the Clarke
​Gather Post-Screening Panel
​HHS 2020 Presentations


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Digital Exhibits!


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Clarke Historical Museum
240 E Street ~ Eureka, California 95501
admin@clarkemuseum.org
(707) 443-1947
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