Humboldt Historic Preservation Commission

03/20/2026

👋 Meet the Commission!

The Humboldt Historic Preservation Commission works to honor our city's past while enriching its future. Preserving historic sites inspires pride, supports local businesses, and creates unique opportunities for education, tourism, and community enjoyment.

We’re looking for a fifth Commissioner - could it be you? The Commission is composed of five citizen members (must reside within Humboldt City limits) appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of the City Council. Members serve in terms of three years and shall demonstrate a positive interest in historic preservation, possessing interest or expertise in architecture, architectural history, historic preservation, city planning, building rehabilitation, conservation in general or real estate.

🔗 To apply:https://www.cityofhumboldt.org/media/cms/CommissionerAppFillablePDF_Humboldt_0373A09F1FC6B.pdf

12/05/2025

⭐️ Applications due TODAY, December 5, 2025! ⭐️

The Humboldt Historic Preservation Commission is seeking one additional Commissioner (must reside within Humboldt City limits) to fill a current vacancy. If you have an interest in Historic Preservation, please consider applying!

Complete the application linked here:
🔗https://www.cityofhumboldt.org/media/cms/historic_preservation_BB9E5E8061E07.pdf 🔗

Return completed applications to City Hall or return via email to [email protected] by December 5th, 2025.

See Chapter 26 of the City Code for additional information related to the roles and responsibilities of the Historic Preservation Commission and its Commissioners.

12/02/2025

‼️Applications due THIS Friday, December 5th‼️

📣ANNOUNCEMENT📣 Applications due December 5, 2025!

The Humboldt Historic Preservation Commission is seeking one additional Commissioner (must reside within Humboldt City limits) to fill a current vacancy. If you have an interest in Historic Preservation, please consider applying!

Complete the application linked here:
🔗https://www.cityofhumboldt.org/media/cms/historic_preservation_BB9E5E8061E07.pdf 🔗

Return completed applications to City Hall or return via email to [email protected] by December 5th, 2025.

See Chapter 26 of the City Code for additional information related to the roles and responsibilities of the Historic Preservation Commission and its Commissioners.

11/21/2025

📣ANNOUNCEMENT📣 Applications due December 5, 2025!

The Humboldt Historic Preservation Commission is seeking one additional Commissioner (must reside within Humboldt City limits) to fill a current vacancy. If you have an interest in Historic Preservation, please consider applying!

Complete the application linked here:
🔗https://www.cityofhumboldt.org/media/cms/historic_preservation_BB9E5E8061E07.pdf 🔗

Return completed applications to City Hall or return via email to [email protected] by December 5th, 2025.

See Chapter 26 of the City Code for additional information related to the roles and responsibilities of the Historic Preservation Commission and its Commissioners.

07/01/2025

☀️📚It’s a beautiful day for What’s in a Name?: An Architectural Tour of Humboldt’s Carnegie Library happening TONIGHT at 6pm! 📚☀️

06/25/2025

📢 Update: Tonight’s Carnegie Library tour is being postponed to Tuesday, July 1st at 6pm due to the rain.

We didn’t want anyone to end up with muddy shoes—plus, we’re optimistic that next week will bring better weather and clearer skies! ☀️🏛️

Thanks for understanding, and we can’t wait to see you next Tuesday for a (hopefully) sunnier stroll through Humboldt’s library history!

06/19/2025

📣 Missed our first Carnegie Library tour? Good news—we're hosting another one next Wednesday at 6pm! 🏛️📚

If you didn’t make it last time, now’s your chance to explore the history and architecture of one of Humboldt’s most iconic buildings. Join us for What’s in a Name?—a free, guided tour of the Carnegie Library, hosted by the Humboldt Historic Preservation Commission.

We’d love to see you there!

05/22/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us last night for What’s in a Name?—our architectural tour of the Carnegie Library! 🏛️📚

We loved sharing a piece of Humboldt’s history with you and appreciate your interest in preserving and celebrating our community’s heritage.

Stay tuned for more local history events—we're just getting started!

05/21/2025

🏛️📚 Join us TONIGHT from 6-7pm for What's in a Name?: An Architectural Tour of Humboldt's Carnegie Library! Meet at the front steps of the library at 6pm.

We’ll be walking around outside for the first half of the tour before going inside so be sure to dress accordingly! See you soon! 📚🏛️

05/19/2025

📣 Reminder! Don’t miss What’s in a Name?—a special architectural tour of Humboldt’s Carnegie Library happening this Wednesday, May 21st from 6–7pm! 🏛️📖

Learn the hidden stories behind our iconic library building and see why Carnegie Libraries have become such lasting symbols of community and knowledge.

It’s free, fun, and full of local history. We’d love to see you there!

05/16/2025

📅 Mark your calendars!

Have you ever taken a close look at the beautiful details of Humboldt’s Carnegie Library? 🧐 From its classic architecture to its historic roots, this building has a story to tell.

Join us Wednesday, May 21st from 6–7pm for What's in a Name?: An Architectural Tour of Humboldt's Carnegie Library, a guided tour through the library’s rich architectural and cultural history—hosted by the Humboldt Historic Preservation Commission and the library itself.

This free event is perfect for history buffs, architecture lovers, or anyone curious about Humboldt’s past. See you there! 🏛️📚

05/14/2025

Let’s talk limestone! 🪨

Ever noticed how many buildings in Humboldt are made from it? That’s no coincidence! When the town was being settled in the mid-to-late 1800s, limestone was (and is) everywhere—thanks to our glacial history. Early stone masons used what the land gave them, and Humboldt's local quarries (see Blocks 40 & 41 on this 1896 map!) supplied the stone that built the town.

Our historic buildings are literally made from the ground beneath our feet—how cool is that? 💛