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Visit the Avenue of the Giants
Published on 7 Apr, 2010 at 5:23 in Outdoors & Parks, Visitor Attractions | Viewed times | No Comments
The Avenue of the Giants offers more than the majesty of towering redwoods. This 31-mile route also passes through several small hamlets that give a glimpse into the history of Humboldt County. The towns along the Avenue, once closely tied to the timber industry, now rely more on the tourists who come to see the
Drop by the Phillips House Museum
Have you ever wondered what it was like to live on a farm in Northern California more than 150 years ago? The perfect place to discover what life was like is at the Phillips House Museum in Arcata. This Greek-revival structure simulates what typical farmhouse life was like between 1850 and the 1930s. Almost every
Visit Arcata
Published on 2 Apr, 2010 at 20:49 in Visitor Attractions | Viewed times | No Comments
Many diverse elements have contributed to the mix that is Arcata. Founded in 1850 as Union Town, Arcata originally served as a depot and base camp for the gold fields in the Trinity Alps to the east and lumber camps all around. Arcata has always been a lumber town and throughout much of this century
Taste Local Flavor at a Farmers Market
Published on 2 Apr, 2010 at 2:43 in Farmers Markets, Featured, Shopping, Visitor Attractions | Viewed times | No Comments
A coastal climate and long growing season help Humboldt County farmers produce a bountiful crop each year. At local farmers markets, you’ll find everything from fruits and vegetables to fresh flowers and artwork. The larger markets often have live music, artists and other vendors. At all of the local markets, you’ll find a selection of local and
