Eureka in Humboldt County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Arkley Center for the Performing Arts
The State Theater
Photographed by James King, February 8, 2014
1. Arkley Center for the Performing Arts Marker
This was one of the most spectacular theaters of its time using some of the finest artisans and materials available. The theater was designed in a “Moorish Revival” style by San Francisco architects, James and Merrit Reid. The Architects also designed the Cliff House and the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco.
The theater first opened December 16, 1920 as The State Theater and continued to operate until 1971. From 1995 the building remained empty and deteriorating until Cherie and Rob Arkley purchased the property in May 2003.
Cherie and Rob Arkley revitalized this historic landmark beyond anyones expectation. All remaining original features were restored and the facility was thoroughly updated to accommodate modern requirements. All renovations were artfully done by Kramer Construction. The center reopened February 2, 2007 with a performance by Kenny Rogers.
Erected 2008 by Grand Parlor, Native Sons of the Golden West, Humboldt Parlor
this page online
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Arts, Letters, Music. In addition, it is included in the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series list. A significant historical date for this entry is February 2, 1955.
Location. 40° 48.157′ N, 124° 9.907′ W. Marker is in Eureka, California, in Humboldt County. It is at the intersection of G Street and Laura Lane, on the right when traveling south on G Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 412 G Street, Eureka CA 95501, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in California’s North Coast, specifically on the Coast Ranges, and in the Klamath Mountains. It is also on the American Pacific Coast and in the Pacific Northwest. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also Mexicos Alta California.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Pythian Castle (within shouting distance of this marker); Former Home of Daly Brothers Department Store (within shouting distance of this marker); Eurekas Chinese Expulsion of 1885 and 1906 (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Masonic Building (1922) (about 300 feet away); First National Bank/Professional Building (1918) (about 400 feet away); Eureka City Hall (about 400 feet away); United States Post Office and Courthouse (about 400 feet away); Lindsay Building (1886) (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Eureka.
Photographed by James King, February 8, 2014
2. Eureka Historical Landmark Plaque
State Theater
Spanish Colonial Revival Architecture
Built for Richard Sweasey; F.T Georgeson, of Reid Brothers Architect,
vaudeville, then cinema
Highly ornate faηade
Eureka Historic Landmark
This program possible through a partnership with
property owners Rob and Cherie Arkley, Eureka Main Street,
and the Eureka Heritage Society
Photographed by James King, February 8, 2014
3. Keep Eureka Beautiful Plaque
2007
Photographed by James King, February 8, 2014
4. Arkley Center for the Performing Arts Markers
Grand K.9 Sutter showing the plaques on The State Theater
Photographed by James King, February 8, 2014
5. Arkley Center for the Performing Arts Markers
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on February 24, 2014, by James King of San Miguel, California. This page has been viewed 1,637 times since then and 70 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on February 24, 2014, by James King of San Miguel, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
