The Arts are Alive in Humboldt County
Discover the art haven that Humboldt has become."Of the 58 counties throughout California, Humboldt County boasts more artists per capita than anywhere in the state. Here's a quick guide to some of the cultural forums that have helped earn Humboldt County this reputation.
A list of just some of the events that happen regularly:
Arts Alive! Eureka First Saturday of EVERY month. Want to know why culture guru John Villani picked Eureka as one of the best small arts towns in America? One reason is the Arts Alive arts walk, which keeps Old Town up well into the evening on the first Saturday each month. No matter what the weather, art enthusiasts can be found walking the Old Town area and it's surrounds, checking out the shops and galleries for the latest exhibits, or stopping in the street to listen to the music and entertainment along the way.
Arts Arcata!
Second Friday of every month. Visit more than 40 locations in the downtown, Northtown, South G Street and HSU galleries for demonstrations, musical performances, dance, and fine arts by Humboldt County artisans.
Arts Alive McKinleyville!
Every Third Friday of every month. Central Avenue, McKinleyville.
Arts Alive in Garberville!
Arts! Alive Garberville/Redway is held on Fridays, bi-monthly throughout the year. Contact the Mateel Arts Gallery for detail information. 707 923-4895
Mural Tour of Eureka
Humboldt County is home to hundreds of artists, and this fact is apparent when one notices the numerous murals that adorn many of the Eureka area buildings.
Arts! Alive Garberville/Redway is held on Fridays, bi-monthly throughout the year. Contact the Mateel Arts Gallery for detail information. 707 923-4895
Mural Tour of Eureka
Humboldt County is home to hundreds of artists, and this fact is apparent when one notices the numerous murals that adorn many of the Eureka area buildings.
Groups & Organizations
Redwood Art Association
As Humboldt County’s oldest art organization, the Redwood Art Association is a group of energetic, talented and committed artists and art supporters. Our primary activity is to create and promote three large art exhibitions each year. It is part of our vision that arts are a thriving and vibrant part of our community life.
The Ink People Center for the Arts
Coordinates over 40 programs, exhibitions, ongoing classes and events.
Humboldt Arts Council
As the central arts agency in Humboldt County and the designated State/Local Partner of the California Arts Council, the Humboldt Arts Council has the privilege of providing leadership, programs and services to enhance the presence and vitality of the arts in the community.
Fortuna Art Council
Supports local visual artists, both members and non-members to exhibit their work in both the private and public sectors.
The Palette Magazine: The abundance of museums, galleries, dance companies, writers and poets, theater groups, musical concerts and other outdoor cultural events allow Humboldt County residents and visitors to enjoy a diverse collection of cultural activities." The Annual Palette Magazine - online version
The Redwood Arts Guide is another source book for arts & crafts, art events, artists and galleries. The North Coast Open Studios an annual event that takes place every June. For two weekends out of the month you can visit local artists in their studios. Also refer to the downloadable .pfd format at the lower left of this page.
Theatre in Humboldt County
Ferndale Repertory Theatre
The oldest community theatre on the northwest coast. Season runs from October thru the Summer - presenting comedies, dramas and musicals.
Dell'Arte is the United States' center for the development, exploration, training, creation and performance of the "Physical Theatre," providing performances throughout the year.
The North Coast Repertory Theatre
Bringing fine art theatre productions of comedy, drama and musicals to the area since 1983.
Humboldt Light Opera Company
Performances at the Forum Theatre, College of the Redwoods, Eureka, and the Van Duzer Theatre at HSU.
Van Duzer Theatre
Van Duzer Theatre - Center Arts, located on the Humboldt State University Campus is venue to world famous and HSU's Center Arts performances.
Redwood Curtain
"We choose our plays with you in mind. Plays to delight and entertain you. Plays that celebrate the human spirit or illuminate the human condition beyond our own experience.
Arkley Center for Performing Arts
Opened in February 2007. Located in the historic Sweasey Theater, it features events including dance of all kinds, music from jazz to symphonic, musicals, drama, and comedy.
Redwood Coast Music Festivals
Founded in 1991 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to a mission of raising funds to support area programs that benefit seniors and youth programs. Organizes two annual events: Redwood Coast Jazz Festival and Blues by the Bay.