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Open Wednesday - Saturday
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eureka Arts Alive 1st Saturday of the Month 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. 240 E Street Eureka, California 95501 (707) 443-1947 clarkehistorical@att.net Suggested Donation $3 person $5 family Click below to make a one time donation.
The Mission of the Clarke Historical Museum is theacquisition, preservation andeducational display of objects relating to the history of Eureka and Humboldt County, in order to further appreciation by residents, visitors and school children of the area’s rich and diverse heritage, and to promote increased visitation to our historic region.
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welcome to the clarke Museum
Speaker Series at the Clarke Museum
Ken Anglin discusses History and Invention of Guns Saturday, March 8th 1 to 3 pm Click here to read an article about the history of fire arms by Art Barab 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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news & exhibitsAttention All History Buffs!
Eureka Books is now offering a 10% discount on local books to members of the Clarke Historical Museum (some restrictions apply). The discount applies to books in the Humboldt County, local authors, and Northern California sections. Show your museum membership card to get 10% off their extensive selection. Happy reading! 
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