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Eureka is home to a vibrant cultural community; a bright beacon of creativity that calls people from far beyond the North Coast.
Offering fine and performing arts, larger-than-life murals, and a variety of exciting events, Eureka has been designated a California Cultural District City for its passionate commitment to local businesses and the arts community.
Eureka and surrounding Humboldt County have been the site of blockbuster movies and are home to a rich cinematic history. Explore our historic theaters and museum dedicated to the art of film during your visit.
612 F St, Eureka, CA 95501
The historic Eureka Theater is as retro and vintage as it gets. Built in 1939, it’s host to numerous community events throughout the year, and is under ongoing restoration to bring it back to its former “ultra-modern, neon-brilliant” glory. Located in downtown Eureka on F Street.
235 F Street Eureka, CA 95501
Discover the rich cinematic heritage of the Redwood Coast at the Redwood Coast Museum of Cinema. This engaging museum celebrates over a century of filmmaking in our stunning region, offering interactive exhibits and a chance to immerse yourself in the magic behind the silver screen. Come explore the stories and impact of film on our community, and snap a photo on the red carpet!
Heard of Jurassic Park? A little flick called Star Wars? While you’re in the area, take a self-guided tour with the Map of the Movies, provided by the Humboldt Del-Norte Film Commission. You’ll find markers at or near the filming locations.
Start your day exploring the giant redwoods and inhaling the coastal air on uncrowded beaches. Find your way back to Eureka for a locally-sourced dinner and end with a performance at one of Eureka’s multiple performing art venues.
300 5th St, Eureka, CA 95501
The North Coast Repertory Theater is Eureka’s longest-running live theatre locale, featuring main stage productions and first-rate music, set design, and acting. Their season includes a variety of plays, from dramas to comedies. Performances take place at their venue in Downtown Eureka on 5th Street.
412 G St, Eureka, CA 95501
The Eureka Symphony presents orchestral concerts at the Arkley Center for the Performing Arts. Their programs feature classical and contemporary symphonic works. Check their schedule for upcoming performances.
426 F Street, Eureka, CA 95501
North Coast Dance provides live dance performances in various styles, including ballet and contemporary. Don’t miss performances of The Nutcracker every holiday season!
412 G Street, Eureka, CA 95501
The historic Arkley Center for Performing Arts is a performance venue set in an architecturally beautiful Art Deco setting. It hosts a range of events including concerts, theatrical productions, and dance recitals, highlighting our incredible local talent as well as providing an avenue to introduce professional acts from around the world to our community.
1675 Union St, Eureka, CA 95501
Synapsis is a performance space dedicated to area dance, experimental art, music, and performance. It features a diverse calendar of events showcasing local and regional artists in various innovative forms – you can even take a class.
You can’t miss the brightly colored murals that dot Eureka’s shops and alleyways. Take yourself on a self-guided tour of some of the finest examples of street art you’ll see anywhere, or simply go about your business, shopping, and dining – you’re guaranteed to run into them.
The Ink People have been an integral part of the Eureka community since 1979, funding and sponsoring community-building and enriching Dreammaker projects, including the Rural Burl Mural Bureau – try saying that ten times fast – responsible for many of Eureka’s iconic murals.
Don’t miss the Ink People’s Public Art Map, which guides visitors to public art installations, utility boxes, art galleries, and more.
Keep an eye out for more subtle works of art, too. The Tiny Doors Project, installed as part of the 2019 Street Art Festival, serves as little reminders that art is truly in the water in Eureka.
Eureka is said to have the most artists per capita than anywhere in the United States. Check out the numerous art galleries speckling Old Town and Downtown.
The Morris Graves Museum of Art, located at the corner of seventh and F streets in Eureka, is housed in the former Carnegie Free Library. California’s first Free Library was established in Eureka on May 11, 1878 and was situated in this Carnegie Library building from 1904 to 1972. Now, the museum features exhibitions from artists, both local and from around the world, as well as a permanent collection featuring work from internationally recognized artists.
American Indian Art & Gift Shop, 241 F St
BeardArt Art Gallery & Design Studio, 1636 F St
Brenda Tuxford Gallery (Ink People Center for the Arts), 422 1st Street
C Street Studios, 208 C Street
Canvas + Clay, 233 F St (Gallery), 272 C St (Studio)
Many Hands Gallery, 438 2nd Street
Mendenhall Studios, 215 C Street
Mitchell Gallery, 425 Snug Alley
North Coast Open Studios, multiple locations, annual event
Old Town Art Gallery, 417 2nd Street, Ste 102
Redwood Art Association, 603 F St, Eureka, CA 95501
Schlueter Gallery, 330 2nd Street
The Epitome Gallery, 420 2nd Street
Meaning “the ongoing return of all” the Wiyot Tribe’s cultural center aims to promote the understanding, revitalization and celebration of Wiyot culture. Stop in to learn more about Wiyot culture, and you can also purchase jewelry, artwork and merchandise.
