The Arcata Theatre Lounge is a historic structure located in the city of Arcata in Humboldt County , California .
54-504: George Mann, who controlled the theater businesses in the area, commissioned architect William B. David to design the theater in 1927. Original construction costs ranged between $ 40,000 to $ 60,000. Opening night in 1938 featured Thin Ice , starring Sonja Henie and Tyrone Power . The theatre was a success and was soon offering up to six films a week along with added attractions, cartoons like Popeye and Betty Boop , news, and sports. In 1948
108-735: A low-powered station operated as part of a duopoly with KIEM, sharing the same studios. Fox affiliate KBVU , a semi-satellite of KCVU , is based in Chico and ABC affiliate KAEF , a semi-satellite of KRCR-TV , is based in Redding. In previous decades all major networks had production capacity in Eureka. Community broadband networks and public, educational, and government access (PEG) cable TV channels provide air time for local voices on Access Humboldt . Cable TV channels are carried by Suddenlink Communications and local programs are provided online through
162-463: A file of the images with a digital signature, so candidates and the public can recount to find if the official totals are correct. They also release software to let the public tally the images electronically. The first time they did this they found the official software omitted 200 ballots. From 1920 to 1984, the county was a noted bellwether area, voting for the national winner of every Presidential election. Since 1988, Humboldt has swung heavily to
216-568: A large migration of the Bay Area counter-culture to the region. Many came looking to purchase cheap land, and ended up growing marijuana to pay for their land. Especially around Garberville and Redway, the rural culture and hippie scene eventually collaborated to create a rural hippie community in which marijuana became the center of the economy and the culture. Many people prospered by producing marijuana for California and other states because of its reputation for quality. A Redway radio station, KMUD, in
270-412: A population of 134,623. The racial makeup of Humboldt County was 109,920 (81.7%) White , 1,505 (1.1%) African American , 7,726 (5.7%) Native American , 2,944 (2.2%) Asian , 352 (0.3%) Pacific Islander , 5,003 (3.7%) from other races , and 7,173 (5.3%) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 13,211 persons (9.8%). As of the 2000 census , the population of Humboldt County
324-509: A skate instructor who works at a luxury hotel in the Swiss Alps. She falls in love with a man who goes skiing every morning (Power), thinking he is an ordinary tourist, unaware that he is a prince seeking to escape the demands of royal life. The movie showcased Sonja Henie's skating talents. After winning gold in the 1928 , 1932 and 1936 Winter Olympics , Henie became a professional film actress in 1936. The film also features Tyrone Power in
378-407: A year, depending upon elevation. Inland areas of the county also experience wet, cool winters. Snowfall is common at elevations over 3,000 ft (910 m) throughout the winter months, and is deep enough at higher elevations to have inspired the opening of a small ski lift operation (now defunct) on Horse Mountain, near Willow Creek , for several decades in the late 20th century. Summer displays
432-416: Is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Thin Ice (1937 film) Thin Ice is a 1937 American romantic comedy film directed by Sidney Lanfield and starring Tyrone Power and figure skater Sonja Henie . The supporting cast includes Arthur Treacher , Raymond Walburn and Joan Davis . It was produced and distributed by Twentieth Century-Fox . The plot follows Lili Heiser (Henie),
486-534: Is a densely forested mountainous and rural county with about 110 miles (177 km) of coastline (more than any other county in the state), situated along the Pacific coast in Northern California 's rugged Coast (Mountain) Ranges . With nearly 1,500,000 acres (6,100 km ) of combined public and private forest in production, Humboldt County alone produces twenty percent of the total volume and thirty percent of
540-675: Is built on top of an accretionary wedge . This was formed by the subduction of the Gorda plate under the North American plate. The coastal zone of the county experiences very wet, cool winters and dry, mild foggy summers. In the winter, temperatures range from highs of 40–59 °F (4–15 °C) to lows of 32–49 °F (0–9 °C). Coastal summers are cool to mild, with average highs of 60–69 °F (16–21 °C) and frequent fogs. Coastal summer temperatures range from highs of 64–70 °F (18–21 °C) to lows of 46–55 °F (8–13 °C). In
594-491: Is in California's 2nd congressional district , represented by Democrat Jared Huffman . In the state legislature , Humboldt is part of the 2nd Senate District , represented by Democrat Mike McGuire , and the 2nd Assembly District , represented by Democrat Jim Wood . Election audits in the county since 2008 have used a distinctive system which has spread elsewhere . They scan all ballots and release
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#1732855610810648-576: Is located on the coast at the midpoint of the county. Humboldt County contains a diversity of plant and animal species, with significant forest and coastal habitats. In coastal areas there are extensive redwood forests. A prominent understory shrub is the toyon , whose northern range limit is in Humboldt County. Humboldt County's major rivers include (in order of flow – cubic meters per second – from largest to smallest): The smaller rivers include Redwood Creek, significant due to amount of its flow;
702-512: The Democratic Party at the Presidential and congressional levels, and is now one of the most Democratic areas in the state outside the Bay Area and Southern California. The last Republican presidential candidate to win a majority in the county was Ronald Reagan , a Californian, in 1984 . In the late 1990s and early 2000s, Humboldt also had a substantial number of people affiliated with
756-516: The Eel River . As part of the Emerald Triangle , Humboldt County is known for its cultivation of cannabis , estimated to be worth billions of dollars. Proposition 215 allows patients and caregivers who are given a doctor's recommendation to legally (State level only) grow up to 99 plants in Humboldt County. However, in the years before Prop 215 (early 1970s – late 1980s), Humboldt County saw
810-622: The Green Party , but that number has declined in recent years; however, the Green Party has had its best performance by presidential and gubernatorial candidates of any county in the United States in Humboldt County, with Jill Stein gaining her largest county-level number of votes in Humboldt in 2016. In 2018, Humboldt County was featured in the Netflix documentary Murder Mountain which highlighted
864-623: The Isis Scrolls , and The Lumberjack . The Arcata Eye and the McKinleyville Press merged in August 2013 to form the Mad River Union . Humboldt County's locally produced television stations, NBC station KIEM and PBS station KEET , are based in Eureka. KIEM produces the only local TV newscast and KEET is the only PBS station in the region. Since 2017, CBS affiliate KVIQ has been
918-614: The Town of Trinidad , and Trinidad Head . On February 5 and 6, 1885, Eureka's entire Chinese population of 300 men and 20 women were expelled after a gunfight between rival Chinese gangs (tongs) resulted in the wounding of a 12-year-old boy and the death of 56-year-old David Kendall, a Eureka City Councilman. After the shooting, an angry mob of 600 Eureka residents met and informed the Chinese that they were no longer wanted in Eureka and would be hanged if they were to stay in town longer than 3 p.m.
972-521: The U.S. state of California . As of the 2020 census , the population was 136,463. The county seat is Eureka . Humboldt County comprises the Eureka– Arcata – Fortuna , California, Micropolitan Statistical Area . It is located on the far North Coast of California, about 270 miles (435 km) north of San Francisco . It has among the most diverse climates of United States counties, with very mild coastal summers and hot interior days. Similar to
1026-766: The Van Duzen ; the Eel River syncline group composed of the South Fork , the North Fork , and the Salt River ; the Mattole , Salmon, Elk, Bear, and Little rivers. Historically, Humboldt County and the entire far north coast of California have had many earthquakes over 6.0 magnitude. The 1992 Cape Mendocino earthquakes were a series of three major earthquakes that occurred off the coast of Cape Mendocino, California on April 25 and 26, 1992,
1080-791: The Algic Wiyot , Yurok ; the Hokan Karuk ; and the Athapaskan Hupa , Chilula , Whilkut , Tsnungwe as well as the Eel River Athapaskan peoples , including the Wailaki , Mattole and Nongatl . Spanish traders made unintended visits to California with the Manila Galleons on their return trips from the Philippines beginning in 1565. The first recorded entry by people of European origin
1134-646: The Arcata Theatre Building. What is now Smugs Pizza was first the Varsity Sweet Shop in 1938. In 1945 it became a watch repair business that was replaced by a jewelry store in 1948, the Clarke Employment Agency in 1954, and around 1979 became Our Gangs Ice Cream Shop. What is now Terry's Bluegrass Barbershop was in 1939 a beauty parlor. In 1945 it became a realtors office, then in 1955 a public accountant office. In 1963 Stan's Barbershop occupied
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#17328556108101188-607: The Art Deco border designs and mural. New lighting fixtures, carpeting, seats with air cushions, as well as heating were installed to provide greater comfort. In 1982 the theatre was sold to David Phillips but to operate as a movie house. The theater was sold in 2000 to Robert White. Lara and Brian Cox, bought the Arcata Theater in May 2004. All permanent theater-style seating was removed and replaced with platforms that allowed for mixed-used of
1242-536: The DEA. Yearly CAMP reports, published by the California Department of Justice, Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement (BNE) are available online through Cal Poly Humboldt's Special Collections. Starting in 1983, the annual reports detail the organizational structure and names of individual participants, a summary of the season's activities, tactics, and mention of special successes, trends and hazards. County officials and
1296-492: The Northern California Sinsemilla Strike Force in 1979, but the name CAMP became used after its official establishment in 1983. While the influence of CAMP in Humboldt County has waned with decriminalization of marijuana, there is a renewed interest at the state level regarding valid growing permits and environmental concerns. As a result, CAMP is today still used as a policing body, in accordance with
1350-422: The age of 18 living with them, 43.1% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.2% were non-families. 28.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 2.95. In the county, the population was spread out, with 23.2% under
1404-462: The age of 18, 12.4% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 24.5% from 45 to 64, and 12.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females there were 97.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.6 males. The median income for a household in the county was $ 31,226, and the median income for a family was $ 39,370. Males had a median income of $ 32,210 versus $ 23,942 for females. The per capita income for
1458-455: The bar has had a full liquor license. Current occupancy guidelines allow up to 618 attendees depending on the configuration. Alongside movie showings, the venue has seen diverse music acts, including Riff Raff , Odesza , Troyboi, and GRiZ . The chosen design was a combination of Art Deco and Art Moderne . Inside details were in the Art Deco style, including cumulus clouds painted on the ceiling and murals of swimming mermaids painted on
1512-567: The bay, naming it Humboldt in honor of the great naturalist and explorer Alexander von Humboldt , and the name was later applied to the county as a whole. The area around Humboldt Bay was once solely inhabited by the Wiyot Indian tribe. One of the largest Wiyot villages, Tolowot , was located on Indian Island in Humboldt Bay . Founded around 900 BC, it contains a shell midden 6 acres (2.4 ha) in size and 14 feet (4.3 m) deep. It
1566-413: The beginnings of his career. The movie was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Dance Direction for the 'Prince Igor Suite'. Filmink called it "Very light but fun." This 1930s comedy film–related article is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Humboldt County, California Humboldt County ( / ˈ h ʌ m b oʊ l t / ) is a county located in
1620-572: The coastal cities until the 1950s. According to the United States Census Bureau , Humboldt County encompasses 4,052 square miles (10,490 km ), of which 3,568 square miles (9,240 km ) is land and 484 square miles (1,250 km ) is water. Cape Mendocino is the westernmost point in California ( longitude 124 degrees, 24 minutes, 30 seconds). Humboldt Bay , the only deep water port between San Francisco and Coos Bay, Oregon ,
1674-451: The county was $ 17,203. About 12.9% of families and 19.5% of the population were below the poverty line , including 22.5% of those under age 18 and 7.2% of those age 65 or over. Humboldt County is known for its impressive redwood trees, and many acres of private redwood timberland make Humboldt the top timber producer in California. The lush river bottoms adjacent to the ocean produce rich, high-quality dairy products. Somewhat further inland,
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1728-451: The county's marijuana industry, violent crime and missing person cases. As of 2022, Humboldt County ranked fourth out of California's 58 counties in missing adults per capita. (See table below) The following table includes the number of incidents reported and the rate per 1,000 persons for each type of offense. The List of schools in Humboldt County, California shows the many school districts, including charter and private schools, at
1782-592: The early 2000s eight circular windows that had been protected with paper and covered over with plaster during the 1948 remodel were uncovered. In 2020 the rear wall of the theatre was covered by a mural depicting Diana the Huntress , a figure used frequently in Art Deco. Diana the Huntress is also etched into the historic circular windows in the theatre lobby. 40°52′13″N 124°05′10″W / 40.8703°N 124.08609°W / 40.8703; -124.08609 This Humboldt County, California –related article
1836-585: The elementary and high school level. Post-secondary education is offered locally at the College of the Redwoods and California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt (Cal Poly Humboldt). Blue Lake's Dell'Arte International School of Physical Theatre offers accredited three-year Masters of Fine Arts degrees in Ensemble Based Physical Theatre. Humboldt County has the lowest starting teacher pay scale in
1890-475: The greater region, summers are extremely dry and winters have substantial rainfall. Its primary population centers of Eureka, the site of College of the Redwoods main campus, and the smaller college town of Arcata , site of California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt , are located adjacent to Humboldt Bay , California's second largest natural bay. Area cities and towns are known for hundreds of ornate examples of Victorian architecture . Humboldt County
1944-742: The industry have encountered challenges in the transition from an illegal, underground economy to legal recreational cannabis sales that began in California in 2018. As of 2023, the county has the largest cannabis farming industry in the Emerald Triangle. While the largest legal pot farm in the county was 8 acres (3.2 ha), a 2021 survey found the median pot farm sito be as 0.22 acres (0.09 ha). Humboldt County children are at greater risk of dangerously elevated blood lead levels than Flint, Michigan 's – and almost double that of any other California county measured. The cases are concentrated in Eureka's Old Town and downtown areas. Humboldt County
1998-539: The largest being a 7.2. Ninety-five people were injured and property in the county sustained considerable damage. In 2010, a 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck offshore, 33 mi (53 km) west of Eureka , resulting in only minor injuries and some structural damage to houses and utilities, and no fatalities reported. In 2022, a 6.4 magnitude earthquake centered approximately 10 miles (16 km) from Ferndale caused damage, especially in Rio Dell. The town of Arcata
2052-528: The next day. They were put on two steamships and shipped to San Francisco . No one was killed in the expulsion. Another Chinese expulsion occurred during 1906 in a cannery on the Eel River , in which 23 Chinese cannery workers were expelled after objections to their presence. However, some Chinese remained in the Orleans area, where some white landowners sheltered and purchased food for the Chinese mineworkers until after racial tension passed. Chinese did not return to
2106-420: The past has issued warnings and alerts to the region with information on whereabouts of law enforcement on their way to raid marijuana gardens. The Campaign Against Marijuana Planting is the multi-agency law enforcement task force managed by the California Department of Justice, formed with the prime purpose of eradicating illegal cannabis production in California. The operations began in the late 1970s, named
2160-585: The populated areas and cities near the coast, the highest temperatures tend to occur at locations just a few miles inland from Eureka and Arcata, in towns like Fortuna, Rio Dell, and smaller unincorporated communities located somewhat further away from Humboldt Bay. In these locations summer highs are 70–75 °F (21–24 °C). The coastal zone experiences a number of frosty nights in winter and early spring, though snowfall and hard freezes are rare. Coastal winters are cool and wet. Winter rainstorms are frequent, with averages from 30 to 100 inches (760 to 2,500 mm)
2214-409: The sea as legendary Selkies who had transformed themselves into voluptuous human form. The cumulus clouds and fanciful sea garden depicted life above and below the ocean. Geometric border designs edged the ceiling on two sides from front to back as well as around the back and center walls. The center wall featured a row of 10 circular windows where one could peek into the auditorium from the lobby. During
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2268-468: The sharpest difference between the coastal and inland climates. Inland regions of Humboldt County experience highs of 80–99 °F (27–37 °C) depending on the elevation and distance from the ocean. Occasional summer highs of 100 °F (38 °C) are common in eastern and southern parts of the county including Orleans, Hoopa, Willow Creek, Garberville, Honeydew, and inland river valleys. The 2010 United States Census reported that Humboldt County had
2322-516: The space, including comedy shows, concerts, and other entertainment in addition to the regular theater operations. A bar was installed at the back of the auditorium. It reopened as the Arcata Theatre Lounge in April 2009. In August 2016 it was again listed for sale for $ 1,850,000 and in August 2019 sold to Timothy Overturf for $ 1,135,000. A number of businesses occupied the two small storefronts in
2376-467: The space. Terry's Bluegrass Barbershop continued to occupy the space as a barber until April 2020 when the COVID-19 outbreak forced the business to shut its doors permanently. After a brief dormancy, the space was reoccupied by a salon called "Directors Cut". Since reopening as a mixed-use venue, the Arcata Theatre Lounge has become the focal point for entertainment in the small community of Arcata. Since 2010
2430-401: The theater was expanded an additional 30 feet to the east to allow for greater seating capacity. The length of the auditorium was increased by a third to accommodate a total of 900 seats. The original proscenium and screen were removed and replaced by a new, cinemascope screen that was larger. Acoustical plaster resurfaced the entire ceiling and a significant portion of the walls, thereby covering
2484-425: The total value of all forest products produced in California. The county contains over forty percent of all remaining old growth Coast Redwood forests, the vast majority of which are protected or strictly conserved within dozens of national, state, and local forests and parks, totaling approximately 680,000 acres (1,060 sq mi). The original inhabitants of the area now known as Humboldt County include
2538-431: The walls. Images of sea life covered many surfaces. “Best advertising for the town is George Mann’s new sign on the G Street Theater which emblazons to the world at large that south-bound tourists are now entering Arcata”. (Arcata Union, Jan. 28, 1938) The auditorium of the theater was originally decorated in a simplified Art Deco tradition with geometric light fixtures, and a wondrous mural design of mermaids surfacing from
2592-474: The warmer valleys have historically produced abundant apples and other fruit. More recently vineyards have been planted in the Trinity, Klamath, Mattole and upper Eel river areas. Humboldt County is known for its family-operated dairy farms. The Humboldt Creamery , a significant producer of high-grade ice cream and other dairy products , operates from the original headquarters located at Fernbridge adjacent to
2646-715: The whole state of California. The Times-Standard is the only daily newspaper in the region; in continuous publication since 1854, and owned by Media News Group since 1996, They also print three weeklies: the Redwood Times , the Tri-City Weekly , and Northcoast 101 . Other local publications include The Independent , the North Coast Journal , the Ferndale Enterprise , the Two Rivers Tribune ,
2700-409: Was 126,518. As of that census, there were 51,238 households in Humboldt County, and the population density was 35 people per square mile (14 people/km ). By 2006, the population was projected to have increased to 131,361 by the California Department of Finance. There were 55,912 housing units at an average density of 16 units per square mile (6.2 units/km ). The racial makeup of the county
2754-622: Was 84.7% White , 0.9% Black or African American , 5.7% Native American , 1.7% Asian , 0.2% Pacific Islander , 2.5% from other races , and 4.4% from two or more races. In 2017, 11.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino according to the United States Census Bureau. 13.3% were of German , 10.7% Irish , 10.3% English , 7.4% American and 5.7% Italian ancestry according to Census 2000 . 92.1% spoke English and 4.6% spoke Spanish as their first language. There were 51,238 households, out of which 28.5% had children under
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#17328556108102808-700: Was a landing by the Spanish in 1775 in Trinidad . The first recorded entry of Humboldt Bay by non-natives was an 1806 visit from a sea otter hunting party from Sitka employed by the Russian American Company . The hunting party included Captain Jonathan Winship , an American , and some Aleut hunters. The bay was not visited again by people of European origin until 1849 when Josiah Gregg 's party visited. In 1850, Douglas Ottinger and Hans Buhne entered
2862-580: Was formed in 1853 from parts of Trinity County . State historic landmarks in Humboldt County include Arcata and Mad River Railroad , California's First Drilled Oil Wells in Petrolia, Camp Curtis , Centerville Beach Cross , the city of Eureka , the Victorian town of Ferndale , Fort Humboldt , Humboldt Harbor Historical District , the Jacoby Building , The Old Arrow Tree , Old Indian Village of Tsurai ,
2916-594: Was the site of the February 26, 1860, massacre of the Wiyot people that was recorded by Bret Harte , then living in Union, now called Arcata . Between 60 and 200 Wiyot men, women, and children were murdered that night in the midst of a religious ceremony. Tolowot is now a restricted site and a National Historic Landmark . In 2019, the island was restored to the Wiyot tribe, and is now known as Tuluwat or Duluwat island. Humboldt County
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