First Saturday Night
Arts Alive
FIRST SATURDAY NIGHT ARTS ALIVE November 7th, from 6 to 9 p.m. Enjoy a lively evening in Downtown & Old Town Eureka as galleries, museums, theaters, bars, and restaurants stay open late. Explore art, catch live performances, and soak in the vibrant energy of our creative community!
4th STREET MERCANTILE 215 Fourth St. Various artists.
40° NORTH GALLERY 320 2nd St., Suite #102 “Dissect and Mend,” Sarah Whorf and Norman Sherfield. Opening event is September 5th from 6pm-9m. The exhibition runs until November 15th
707 BAR 200 First St. Drink specials. Open until 2:00 a.m.
AMERICAN INDIAN ART AND GIFT SHOP 240 F St. Various artists.
ART CENTER FRAME SHOP 616 Second St. Various artists.
ART CENTER SPACE 620 Second St. Josh Ruff, photography.
BELLE STARR CLOTHING 405 2nd St. "Christina Anastasia sparkle for home and body", Christina Swingdler, jewelry. Music by Jeff Smoller, Acoustic, solo acoustic guitar.
THE BODEGA 215 F St. "POP UP : get a custom made leather belt for the holidays", Deathers Leathers.
BUTTONS 621 Third St. Various artists.
BY NIEVES :: HANDMADE NATURAL SKINCARE 308 Second St. Live hydrosol distillation demonstration.
C STREET STUDIOS 208 C St. Various artists.
CANVAS + CLAY STUDIO 272 C St. Various artists. CANVAS + CLAY provides an inclusive studio environment and gallery for artists of varying abilities to foster an authentic art practice and professional growth within an inviting art community.
CIARA’S IRISH SHOP 334 Second St. Various artists
CLARKE HISTORICAL MUSEUM 240 E St. New exhibit.
DA GOU ROU LOUWI’ CULTURAL CENTER 417 Second St., Suite 101 Various artists.
DAYDREAM EUREKA 211 G St. Various artists.
DICK TAYLOR CRAFT CHOCOLATE 1ST & E Sts. Steve Taylor, oil paintings.
THE EPITOME GALLERY 420 Second St. "New Work,” Jullia Finkelstein and “Secret Show,” Mariah Weekly". Music by Luna Assassin, Grasshoppa, Rufkraft, and DXB on Basscraft Sound System. An Eureka Cultural Arts District grant recipient.
EUREKA BOOKS 426 Second St. Yung Stands Strong: A Story of Expulsion and Resilience is a children’s book written by Annette Makino, with illustrations by Yukari Mishima and an extensive section with historical background written by members of Humboldt Asians and Pacific Islanders in Solidarity (HAPI) and local historians.
FAMILIA CAFÉ 525 Second St. Various artists.
FRIENDS OF SOUND 412 Second St. Elizabeth Gohr, live music photography, vintage music poster art.
GEORGE SENNOTT STUDIO 618 F St. Libby George and Patricia Sennott, acrylic painting, watercolors, mixed medium, cyanotypes, monotypes, greeting cards.
GIBBONS GLASS ART 726 Second St. “Make Your Own Ornament,” John Gibbons, glass art.
GOOD RELATIONS 329 Second St. Joyce Jonte, watercolors. Live models in the windows!
HISTORIC EAGLE HOUSE 139 Second St. “Humboldt Songwriter's Showcase,” Free admission and in the Ballroom from 7 to 10 pm.
THE HOOD 621 5th St. “Historic Fighter Jets,” Howard Rutherford, oil painting.
HUMBOLDT ARTS COUNCIL 636 F St. Sponsored by Redwood Capital Bank. William Thonson Gallery “30th Annual Junque Arte Competition and Exhibition,” local artists to transform discarded items into extraordinary works of art. Knight Gallery “Restoring a Landmark: The Romano Gabriel Sculpture Garden Project,” preservation of internationally renowned folk art. Anderson Gallery “Earthquakes: My Path to Recovery,” Conrad Calimpong, ceramics, sculpture. Permanent Collection Gallery “From the HAC Collection-Morris Graves,” In a baby book, Graves’ mother recorded his first word as “see.” In looking at a life of work, it seems that this is what he has asked himself and us as viewers to do all along- to see, to look beyond the surface of the objects and catch sight of their inner nature. This exhibition invites the viewer to explore the work of Morris Graves from the HAC Permanent Collection and to see glimpses into a world of natural harmony and ethereal beauty. The HAC Permanent Collection Gallery will rotate works from the collection that are only exhibited occasionally. MGMA Gift Shop Visit the MGMA Gift Shop for a selection of gifts and merchandise inspired by the artwork on view. The Gift Shop carries a wide selection of posters, contemporary art books, cards, exhibition catalogs, children's books, notebooks, tote bags, jewelry, scarves, felted products, and artsy coffee mugs. Humboldt Arts Council Members receive a 10% discount on all merchandise in the store.
HUMBOLDT ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS 220 First St. "Love Mandalas", Chanapat Purcell, acrylic painting.
HUMBOLDT BAY COFFEE CO. 526 Opera Alley Christopher Dmise, acrylic painting, mixed media, spray paint. Music by The Deckhands, folk/country. Serving free, freshly brewed coffee.
HUMBOLDT HERBALS 300 Second St. Thao Le Khac, acrylic painting, watercolors, mixed media. Music by Blue Lotus Jazz, jazz.
HUMBOLDT MERCANTILE 123 F St. Holiday Open House. Live acoustic jazz music.
INK PEOPLE CENTER FOR THE ARTS 535 Fifth Street “Dreams in Motion: the art of community building,” various artists. Reception celebration where there will be art activities, speakers, and performances!
JILLYBEANS EMPORIUM 723 Third St. Various artists.
JOHN GIBBONS GLASS 726 Second St. Blow your own Christmas ornament.
KAPTAIN’S QUARTERS 517 F St. Various artists.
LAND OF LOVELY 127 F St. Holiday Open House. Music by Julia Sheppard, harpist.
LIBERTY FITNESS 416 Third St. Various artists.
LITTLE SHOP OF HERS 416 Second St. Seana Burden, acrylic painting, pen & ink, glitter.
LOS BAGELS 403 Second St. Various artists. Cafe serving bagels, coffee, and cookies from 6-8pm every Arts Alive.
LOST COAST BREWERY & CAFE 617 Fourth St. Randy Spicer, paintings.
MANY HANDS GALLERY 438 Second St. Featuring the work of over 40 local artists and handmade treasures from around the globe.
MENDENHALL STUDIOS, 215 C St. Mendenhall, features a variety of artists using different media.
THE MITCHELL GALLERY 425 Snug Alley Featuring the work of some of the North Coast’s finest local women artists, including: Karla Kaizoji Austin, Willa Briggs, Regina Case, Susanna Gallisdorfer, Joan Gold, Carol Henderson, Katherine McAbee, Emma Miller, Dana Mitchell, Linda Mitchell, Natalie Mitchell, Terry Oats, Kathy O’Leary, Nancy Rickard, Louisa Rogers and Christy Tjaden, photography, oil painting, acrylic painting, mixed media, ceramics, and stained glass.
MOCA HUMBOLDT 204 Fourth St. Various artists.
OLD TOWN ART GALLERY 417 Second St. Guest Artist: Louise Bacon Ogden, drawings graphite and ink wash.Guest Artist: Ashley Bacchi, ceramics. Featured Member Artist: Yulia Kinnunen, acrylic paintings. Music by Aloha808, Tina Dennis Robinson, ukulele, guitar.
OLD TOWN GAZEBO (Second & F Street) "Polaroids of Humboldt: Every Face has a Story," Shelbi Schroeder, free, interactive portrait and storytelling installation. An Eureka Cultural Arts District grant recipient.
OLD TOWN INK LAB 212 G St. Various artists.
PHATSY KLINE’S PARLOR AND LOUNGE 139 Second St. “Humboldt Songwriter's Showcase,” Free admission and in the Ballroom from 7 to 10 pm.
PHOSPHENE 610 F St. "Collection: Artist Trading Cards", multiple artists, acrylic painting, watercolors, pen & ink, drawings, textile, mixed media.
PICCOLA 213 F St. Featured child artist of the month.
PROPER WELLNESS CENTER 517 Fifth St. “Dansky Takeover,” Dansky, textile.
PROUD DRAGON GAMES 219 D St. Various artists.
RAMONE’S BAKERY & CAFE 209 E St. Karen Berman, mixed media, abstract and expressionist paintings.
RACHEL SCHLUETER 208 C St. and Hall Gallery Rachel Schlueter, oil paintings.
REDWOOD COAST STITCHERY 320 Second St. #1A Mary Harrison, oil painting. Beautiful hand painted needlepoint canvases on display.
REDWOOD DISCOVERY MUSEUM 612 G St. Kids Alive! 5:30 pm-8 pm This is a drop-off program for children aged 3.5 - 12 years. Kids can enjoy crafts, science activities, pizza, and uninhibited museum fun! Enjoy Arts Alive while the kiddos have the time of their lives!! $20/child or $17 for members. Must be confidently potty-trained.
RADIO PARADISE 531 Third St. Various artists.
REDWOOD ART ASSOCIATION 603 F St. Halloween exhibition 2026.
REDWOOD COAST MUSEUM OF CINEMA 235 F St. Local film displays.
REDWOOD MUSIC MART 511 F St. Music.
SAILOR'S GRAVE TATTOO 138 Second St. Tattoo art.
SAVAGE HENRY 415 5th St. Comedy.
SCHLUETER GALLERY 330 Second St. “Abstract Friends,” Georgia Long and Marceau Verdier, oil painting.
SEAMOOR'S 212 F St. Novelty toys.
SIDEWALK GALLERY at Ellis Art & Engineering 401 Fifth St. Various artists.
SISTERS CLOTHING COLLECTIVE 328 Second St. “Mira Eagle Designs, Mira, water colors, drawings. Live pet drawings during Arts Alive.
THE SPEAKEASY 411 Opera Alley Jenni & David & the Sweet Soul Band, live music. (8-11 PM)
THRAP MARKET COMPANY 324 & 326 Second St. "Rooted in Fall", Kirsten Thrap, botanical art. Music by Calen Watkins, acoustic.
TIDAL GALLERY 339 Second St. “The Silence Within,” dual exhibition featuring works by Karla Austin and Sara Kiimber. Closing reception.
TULIP 128 E St. Various artists.
TWO STREET ART LAB 527 Second St. "El Poder de Saber: A Know Your Rights Informational Media Show," Color Maíz, puppet theater. An Eureka Cultural Arts District grant recipient.
VIXEN 622 Second St. Various artists.
THE WINE CELLAR 407 Second St. Various artists.
UNCODED STUDIO 524 5th St.Various artists.
ZENO’S CURIOUS GOODS 320 Second St., Suite 1B “Olsonian Horror Picture Show,” Christopher Olson, acrylic painting. Music by EtherAir, electronic soundscape (ambient/drone/didgeridoo/theramin/field recordings).
ZUMBIDO GIFTS 410 Second St. “Sacred Hearts,” artisans in Oaxaca.