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Cars, Culture and Humboldt County in the 1950s


On Display September 3-January 7
This exhibit examines the cultural impact the car had on Humboldt County in the 1950s. From car clubs to hard top racing, women’s fashion to artwork, this exhibit illustrates how the car helped reshape life in America. Co-curated by Bill Morrill and Jack Moore, with items loaned by Carl Schneider, Leon Warmuth, John Peterson, Arlene Hartin and original art work by Frank Speck. Sponsored by AAA.
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Clarke Historical Museum
240 E Street
​Eureka, California 95501
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10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Monday

​Open until 8:30 p.m. during Friday Night Markets
Open until 9 p.m. during Eureka Arts Alive
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