Eureka - Blue Ox Millworks

1 X Street
Eureka, California 95501
Humboldt Humboldt
Website
Phone: 707-444-3437

At Blue Ox Millworks, the craftsmanship tools and techniques of the last century are utilized to produce authentic custom millwork for private homes and commercial buildings throughout the United States.  Their customers have included hundreds of homeowners as well as governors' mansions, national parks, historic cathedrals and even the President of the United States.
Take one of their tours and watch their craftsmen use antique machinery of the 1800's and early 1900's to do custom woodworking, restoration, print and bind books or mix stains and varnishes. Bring a group and take part in one of their hands-on workshops where you can blacksmith a nail or create your own ceramic tile.
How to get there:
From Highway 101 in either direction, take V Street West until you hit 2nd Street.  Take a right on 2nd Street and then a left on X Street.  Blue Ox Millworks will be at the end of the road.
More info:
For more information about Blue Ox Millworks, their tours or one of their hands-on workshops, visit its Website or stop by the shop.
Other things to do in the area:
Old Town Eureka offers quite a few incredible Art Galleries.  If you're looking for something to do outside, check out the Woodley Island Marina or head over to Samoa.
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