A wonderful collection of stunning gems and minerals from deep below the earth’s surface awaits you at Chapman’s Gem & Mineral Shop and Museum just outside of Fortuna. Here you can view these strikingly lovely stones from around the world at your leisure. Not only will you see gems in a huge range of colors, shapes and sizes in this impressively large collection, but you … [Read more...] about #35 – Chapman’s Gem, Mineral Shop & Museum
Culture & History
#38 – Fortuna Depot Museum
In 1889 the Eel River and Eureka Railroad constructed a depot at the foot of 7th Street. It remained in service through 1965, and in 1974 the City of Fortuna purchased it and moved it to Rohner Park. The depot building opened as a museum on July 4, 1976 amid Bicentennial celebrations. Featured displays include railroad and logging artifacts, a collection of local Native … [Read more...] about #38 – Fortuna Depot Museum
#50 – Eureka Summer Concert Series
Every summer from late June through the end of August, music lovers in the Eureka area receive a special treat — free concerts! Held on successive Thursdays from 6 to 8pm, these concerts have become a popular annual tradition. Genres range across a musical spectrum that includes rock, blues, country, reggae, Cajun, and every now and then, a taste of Celtic. The atmosphere is … [Read more...] about #50 – Eureka Summer Concert Series
#53 – Samoa Cookhouse and Logging Museum
For the experience of friends and family sitting down for a casual dinner, talking over the day’s events and catching up on life, head to the Samoa Cookhouse. It’s been serving wonderful “family style” breakfasts, lunches and dinners since 1894. This dining experience is unique. For instance, there are no menus. Delicious meals are prepared every day by skillful chefs, and … [Read more...] about #53 – Samoa Cookhouse and Logging Museum
#54 – Humboldt Bay Maritime Museum
Humboldt Bay was settled in the early 19th century, and has a rich seafaring history filled with adventure, passion and — especially — disaster. From the 1850s through the early part of the 20th century, the best way to carry passengers, lumber and goods to and from this area was by sea. In 1853 alone, 12 ships wrecked on the bar at the treacherous mouth of the bay. By 1856 … [Read more...] about #54 – Humboldt Bay Maritime Museum
