About Us :

The Fortuna Art Council was established in 1966 by a group of local artist with a shared interest in supporting visual art and artists in Humboldt County through raising public awareness, understanding and appreciation of visual art. This not-for-profit Art Council draws its members from areas throughout Humboldt County including, Eureka, Fortuna, Hydesville, Myers Flat, Redcrest and Rio Dell to name a few.The Fortuna Art Council encourages local visual artists, both members and non-members, to exhibit their work in both the private and public sectors. Members of the Art Council are encouraged to display their art in various venues in Fortuna and Humboldt County, including Fortuna's Art and Wine in the Park and Apple Harvest Festival, and Humboldt County's North Coast Open Studios. Members' art is also exhibited in several businesses throughout Fortuna..