Kelley House Museum: Preserving and Sharing Mendocino's History

Thank you, Rotary!

nancy — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:51:30 +0000

Rich Brandes and Nancy Freeze

On Thursday, January 19, Nancy Freeze, Executive Director of the Kelley House was presented a check for $1300.00 from Richard Brandes of the Rotary Club of Mendocino. The money will go towards the next phase of our structural project replacing supports, rails and skirting of the 150 year old house.

Sev Ickes Painting Launch

nancy — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:50:07 +0000

Tom Honer, Nancy Freeze and Sev Ickes

On Saturday, December 10, the completed painting of the Kelley House “gang” was finally revealed. Everyone had a great time searching for friends and local characters who were included in the painting. We want to thank Tom Honer for his generosity in purchasing the painting. It will be on display at the Kelley House through the holidays, and then it will permanently reside in Harvest at Mendosa’s for all the town folks to enjoy.

Santa’s Coming to Town

nancy — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 21:54:42 +0000

On Thursday, December 1, Santa will be hosted at the Mendocino Hotel. He will arrive on the fire truck promptly at 3:00 pm. Children can have their photo taken, receive a candy cane, and join story hour with Jay Frankson, who will be reading from his book, “A Christmas Story.” In the spirit of giving, children and community members are encouraged to bring a new stuffed animal or doll to our holiday tree that will be given to the Mendocino Coast Children’s Fund to share with children in need. Stuffed animals and dolls can bring real comfort to small children whose family life is in transition.

Holiday Open House

nancy — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 22:36:58 +0000

On Saturday, December 10, from 5-7 pm, stop by the Kelley House Museum for our Holiday Open House. Special exhibits this year include antique toys, dolls and a 1940s Lionel train to delight young and old alike.

A collection of Hummel figurines depicting children in a variety of everyday poses and two Hummel angels set the holiday mood. Since the mid-1900s, Hummel statues have been a popular collectible for many people all over the world. The innocent, childlike aura of each piece gives a feeling of nostalgic sentiment and warmth for all to enjoy. Folks of all ages will enjoy running the Lionel train, bringing back many childhood memories from Christmases past. On loan from the Mendocino Coast Doll Club, is a collection of antique dolls from as early as 1870, including baby dolls, “fashion dolls,” porcelain bisque “toddler dolls.” One of our Kelley House members contributed a very unique doll that has seven interchangeable heads with matching styles of clothing!

Also on display through the end of the year is the completed Sev Ickes painting, which includes local town “celebrities” and characters. Created as a capital campaign fundraiser and sponsored by Tom Honer, the painting will permanently hang in Harvest at Mendosa’s.

The museum is open Friday-Monday from 11am-3 pm and open every day between Christmas and New Year’s Day.

Historic Walking Tours

nancy — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 18:20:32 +0000

Every Saturday and Sunday, the Kelley House offers a docent-led, historic walking tour of Mendocino. Learn about movie sites, ghost stories, and meeting places of yesteryear. Walks start promptly at 11 am at the Kelley House Museum, 45007 Albion St., Mendocino. Cost $10pp

The museum is open Friday through Monday from 11am – 3 pm.

Sunday Afternoon With…

nancy — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 18:00:12 +0000

Join us on Sunday, October 23, at 3 pm for a presentation from Judy and Jim Tarbell, owners of Black Bear Press from 1981-1999. The Tarbell’s published the Ridge Review Magazine from 1981-1995. Light refreshment will be served Cost $5 members; $7 non-members

Housewarming at the Kelly’s

nancy — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 23:03:02 +0000

Step back in time to 1861 and enjoy an old-fashioned housewarming at William and Eliza Kelly’s home on Albion Street (aka Kelley House Museum). We hope you will stop by to congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Kelly on their lovely new home, water tower, outhouse and pond located in the center of our booming mill town, Mendocino City (previously known as Meiggsville). Mr. Kelly will pour you a tasty glass of Mendocino Apple Cider. Mrs. Kelly will be serving her famous apple cake, along with traditional snacks of popcorn balls and peanuts.

Refreshments and Kelly family characters are courtesy of the Mendocino Study Club. Earl Ward, husband of Study Club President Margaret Ward, will portray William, and member Sue Ellington will be Eliza. Join us for a step back in time in celebration of the 150th anniversary of the Kelley House on Second Saturday, October 8, from 5 – 6:30 pm, at 45007 Albion Street, Mendocino. Free. 707-937-5791

nancy — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 04:08:11 +0000

Friday, September 30 from 6-8 pm - Preview Night

Join us for a fun evening of wine, delicious appetizers prepared by local restaurants, and browse through hundreds of new and used items! Take the opportunity to place the first bid, to purchase “Buy it Now” items, and first pick on “cash and carry” items.

Saturday, October 1 from 10am – 2 pm – Silent Auction and Cash & Carry

Silent bidding continues on our unique selection of collectibles and antiques, new merchandise and gift certificates, Mendocino County wines, and good quality furniture.

Crown Hall

45285 Ukiah Street, Mendocino

For information: 707-937-5791

History Mystery

nancy — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 18:25:06 +0000

Unknown Woman from 1920s

Can you help us identify this person – maybe the 1920′s?

Sunday Afternoon With…The Seagull

nancy — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:11:36 +0000

David Jones: Remembering The Seagull Restaurant
From the 1960s to the 1990s The Seagull Restaurant was a well-loved Mendocino institution. In late 1972 David and Cathy Jones took over. Sidetracked from a Berkeley Ph.D. by a series of family tragedies, David moved with Cathy to her native coast (raised in Caspar, she can trace her roots to mid-19th century Pine Grove). Together they ran the Seagull for 13 years. Come meet David and learn why so many people considered The Seagull a lot more than a restaurant. As David puts it: “Through the Sea Gull I made many life long friends and acquaintances… everyday working folks on the Mendocino coast are unusually generous with their time which makes for a strong sense of community… We are all connected one way or another.” Indeed. A lot more than just a restaurant.

3-5 pm Light Refreshments