History Nuggets Blog

Founded in 1907, it is the oldest zoo in California and the smallest accredited zoo in the nation.

From private subscription libraries to the Carnegie - bookworms in Humboldt!

Garberville, redwoods, rivers and reggae!

Indian imprisonment and a drunken General.

“The use of electricity for lighting is in no way harmful to health, nor does it affect the soundness of sleep.”

Walking trails, duck ponds and playgrounds since 1904.

Social clubs, literary groups, fraternal or church auxiliaries, or groups promoting acceptably feminine interests.

Long hours, low pay and dangerous work - the history of Labor in Humboldt County.

Humboldt as movie star! Or background, at least.

The melodramatic barbarian beloved of William Carson and the theater he inspired.

Balloon ascensions, mail deliveries and life savers!

Bootleggers, rumrunners and blind pigs.

“Don’t let the magic die – keep it alive! Keep on going for the glory, in the race and in your lives!”

Schooners, ferries and steamships!