Humboldt-Del Norte Film Commission

The Redwood Coast Museum of Cinema is preparing for our next this fall. Did you work on one of our many movies filmed in or County? We are looking for film memorabilia, photos, and/or stories for these epic silver screen scary features:

Salem's Lot
Halloween III
Love in the Time of Monsters
Bird Box
Love Witch
Final Terror
Alex's Apartment
Lost Coast Tapes
Willow Creek
Primal Rage


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What a wonderful gift he has graced the world with. So many memorable roles beyond the voice of . May you rest in peace, .

You will forever be in our hearts and minds, thank you for the legacy you've left us 💚

Throwing it back to when the Cal Poly Humboldt Film Students visited us this . Thank you so much to the instructors and students for letting us talk about ourselves and what we do at the .

The class got to see our current exhibit for the and enjoy while our Location Specialist talked about life on set.

Let us know if you too want to bring a group for a private tour of the Redwood Coast Museum of Cinema.

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On this day in history, September 4th, 1936, The Lasts of the Mohicans was released. Directed by George B. Seitz, this film was based on the book of the same name from 1826. Starring Randolph Scott, Binnie Barnes, and Henry Wilcoxon, this version also had 20 local tribe members playing the part of the .

The exciting chase scene took place on one of the rivers in Del Norte County, while other scenes were filmed by the mountains near Lake Earl in CrescentCity. The Map of the Movies Marker can be found at 1661 Klamath Beach Road, Klamath, CA 95548 near the Kamp Office.

Download the new Redwood Coast Film Experience app. You can explore the map to find other Markers, as well.

On this day in film history, August 31st, 1919, The Valley of the Giants was released. Directed by James Cruz, this silent film is a romantic about love blossoming between two rival families.⁠
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Thought to be lost for 90 years, in 2010 a Russian gave a copy to the USA to preserve its history. Filmed in multiple locations in such as Arcata, Korbel, and Eureka's famous Carson Mansion. The Map of the Movies marker can be found on a planter at the left of the entrance at the intersection of M and 2nd Street in . ⁠

Download the new Redwood Coast Film Experience app. You can explore the map to find other Markers.
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We love Outbreak! Gratuitous Ferndale scenes.

Visit the for the last of the season. This week’s theme is Animal Kingdom and we will be celebrating with our favorite furry bipeds, ! Once again we will have to win prizes. Those in will also get a chance to enter into the to win!

We’re located at 235 F Street in between 3rd and Opera Alley.

Hey folks! Looks like is cancelled tonight, so the museum will not be open this evening. However, we will be open for the last in next Friday!

We will have two special raffles for next week!

Visit us from 6-8 p.m. for in ! The Redwood Coast Museum of Cinema will be open, and all your favorite superheroes will be on display. We will have another based on this week's theme of with fun ! Come in for an entry or answer trivia questions for a ch@eurekafridaynightmarkets

You can find us at 235 F Street between Opera Alley and 3rd Street.

Eureka Friday Night Markets

We want to thank everyone who stopped by the Redwood Coast Museum of Cinema during . A very special to those who participated in photos on our . Visit our page to watch the being drawn for the themed .

Eureka Friday Night Markets

Come visit us tonight in from 6-8 PM during ! Let us take your on the for a chance to win a themed prize. We will have free . Check out our Forest Moon Exhibit honoring us as the of 41 years ago.

You can find us at 235 F Street

It takes a village to raise an inflatable movie screen. We wanted to say thank you again to Eureka Community Services and Sequoia Park for hosting us; and a shout out to Jim who was brave enough to be zipped under our movie screen. Movies in the Park for Get Out and Play Day 2024 was a success for the volunteers and workers who showed up to help! Thank you to our community for showing up to enjoy The Sandlot.

A special thank you to Anibal for steering this ship and being the technical Obi-Wan Kenobi for Movies in the Park!

Tonight only for Friday Night Market we have the last known Ewok Knife on display from STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI. Visit our museum and see all things Forest Moon!

The Redwood Coast Museum of Cinema will be open tomorrow for the Friday Night Market from 5:30-8:30 PM! Join us for a Cher & Dolly-themed market! We currently have the Forest Moon Exhibit celebrating all things Star Wars as Humboldt and Del Norte counties were film sites for Return of the Jedi.

We wanted to thank everyone for coming out to the 10th Anniversary of the Get Out and Play Day! The Film Commission was grateful to Eureka Community Services & Sequoia Park for hosting us for Movies in the Park. We hope everyone enjoyed watching The Sandlot with us.

Thank you so much to our volunteers and the park employees who helped get the screen and sound up and running.

The Film Commission would like to wish Sandra Bullock, the star of Bird Box, a happy 60th birthday! Born on July 26th, 1964, Bullock has starred in over 50 films and has been a producer on over 15 film and television projects.

Bird Box was filmed in Del Norte County in January 2018. Filming during the off-peak season, when we don’t usually experience tourism of that size, helped boost the economy. Filming over 14 days, the production spent $901,892 directly into Del Norte's economy and $96,000 directly into Humboldt's economy. Local crew was hired to work on the film, as well.

Please drop by the Redwood Coast Museum of Cinema to view props from local productions and learn how every project transforms our community.

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Looking for something to do this Sunday? Visit Ferndale Repertory Theatre for their Summer Movie Series. They will be playing The Majestic on Sunday, July 28th . Grab your ticket for $5.

Released in 2001, Ferndale provided the backdrop for The Majestic. Several businesses along Main Street were temporarily altered for the film. You can find the Map of the Movies marker on the exterior wall of the Ferndale Museum at 515 Shaw Avenue in Ferndale.

Download the new Redwood Coast Film Experience App to explore over a century of iconic movie history in Humboldt and Del Norte counties with the Map of the Movies.

Come volunteer with us!

The Humboldt-Del Norte Film Commission is looking for a few volunteers for this Saturday, July 27th for the Get Out and Play Day! Eureka Community Services & Sequoia Park are hosting us for Movies in the Park. We will be showing the 90's classic The Sandlot!

We need help with setup at 6:30 PM. The movie starts at 8:30 PM. Volunteers will also be needed after the movie around 10:30-10:45 PM. Tasks are set up, hanging out during the movie to assist with needs, trash pick up afterward, and take down.

On this day, July 19th 1957, the film Gun Glory was released. This Western was directed by Roy Rowland and starred actors Stewart Granger and Rhonda Fleming. ⁠
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The story takes place on a Wyoming cattle farm. A cabin and corrals were built for the film on Tooby Ranch outside Garberville. You can find the Map of the Movies marker at the kiosk in Southern Humboldt Community Park ⁠
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Download the new Redwood Coast Film Experience App to explore over a century of iconic movie history in Humboldt and Del Norte Counties with the Map of the Movies. ⁠
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It’s the 10th Anniversary of Get Out and Play Day! We are partnering with Eureka Community Services to host a Movie in the Park. Join us at 8:30PM on Saturday, July 27th, 2024 at Sequoia Park for the classic summer movie, The Sandlot! This is a free event!

🪁⛳🚣☀🛹 Without further ado... The 2024 Get Out and Play Day map!!! Join Eureka Community Services and our outstanding community partners on JULY 27th for a day of FREE fun and games all over Eureka!!! There is something for everyone!!! 🪁⛳🚣☀🛹

Thank you to all the partners who are making this dynamic community event possible Pacific Outfitters Redwood Discovery Museum Clarke Historical Museum Sequoia Park Zoo Eureka Golf Course Humboldt County Library - Eureka Main Branch California Department of Fish and Wildlife Humboldt Kiters Humboldt-Del Norte Film Commission Humboldt Bay Fire Humboldt Waste Management Authority Humboldt Skatepark Collective 707 Humboldt R/C Vehicle's HumBubbles Black Humboldt Redwood Acres Homeplate Batting Cages M/V Madaket Q***r Humboldt Fishing the North Coast Hambro Recycling Humboldt Bay Burgers Cocina Mariposa Mermaid's Treasure Shave Ice and T-180 Health and Wellness

On this day in Star Wars History, Actor Rohan Nichol was born. Some may not know him but he played the role of Captain Raymus Antilles, that first made an appearance in STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE.

When offered the role, he didn't know which Antilles he would play and thought he might be Wedge. Once he got to set of STAR WARS: REVENGE OF THE SITH, he learned which role he would take on.

What was a character in the original Star Wars Trilogy that you were excited to see make an appearance in the prequel trilogy?

The has so much to offer whether you're a or a from .

Wanting to escape the weather, enjoy local foods and scenery, or maybe some famous in and , then consider making a stop behind the this .

Download the Redwood Coast Film Exp. app, available on iOS and Google Play stores, to explore famous film sites that were seen in , , , and more in our Map of the Movies section of the app. You'll also find Lodging and Restaurant options throughout the two counties near many of these locations! We have direct flights to our region from either United (ACV), Avelo Airlines (ACV), or Advanced Air (CEC)!

You can also stop by the Redwood Coast Museum of Cinema to learn about the current exhibit dedicated to our region's role in the STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI as the film location for !

The Redwood Coast Film Exp. is sponsored by Visit Humboldt - California's Redwood Coast (Humboldt-Lodging Alliance)! You can download the app here: https://qr1.be/NQKU

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Harley-Davidson Releases Ad Filmed in Ferndale — Visit Ferndale, CA Mind’s Eye Manufactory, Artisan Alley and Ferndale farmland are featured in a new Harley-Davidson motorcycle ad.

Del Norte has had some epic movies film in their neck of the woods! E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial being one of them! Check out the latest fun happening on the coast...

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Grab your Reese's Pieces and celebrate 42 years since E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial rode with Elliott through Del Norte County

👽 Fun facts: This famous bike ride was filmed here along with many other scenes like when E.T. was found near death (on the Smith River), when he phoned home, and more. This beloved film was the highest grossing film in history until Steven Spielberg released Jurassic Park in 1993 (The Lost World: Jurassic Park was also filmed nearby at Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park's Fern Canyon).

Get the *FREE* Redwood Coast Film Experience app (available on iOS and Google) to find your way to our famous film site locations in Del Norte County, California [LINK IN BIO].

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Humboldt-Del Norte Film Commission Celebrates Successful 2nd Annual Forest Moon Festival on the Redwood Coast “New to year two’s festival included a passport and scavenger hunt with large prizes, a special judge, Senator Mike McGuire, for City of Eureka’s costume contest at Sequoia Park, and live music at…

Greetings Humboldt and Del Norte Counties! We are excited to
announce 3 Free Screenings of STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE
in conjunction with the Forest Moon Festival.

We have worked closely with the different Community Collaborators
throughout Humboldt and Del Norte Counties to bring you
this fantastic film that started it all!

From Fortuna to Crescent City, you are bound to find
a screening for you and your family to enjoy!

For more information on the festival, these screenings, or other
events, visit the website at www.forestmoonfestival.org



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“There’s definitely a strong following, and it’s interesting that a tiny little town like this was discovered in the way it was. It’s part of our film history.” -Cassandra Hesseltine, Humboldt-Del Norte Film Commission

Iconic Northern California filming location turned to rubble A 131-year-old warehouse that provided the backdrop for one of the most misunderstood films in horror movie history is undergoing demolition in California.