Howard Colby’s Shasta Dam

Howard Colby’s Shasta Dam

Just as no subject was unremarkable, no spot was inaccessible. Colby maneuvered around the Dam carrying a 40-pound 8” x 10” format Kodak camera, a wooden tripod, film holders, and the rest of his gear. He also used a 4” x 5” format camera for some shots. This combination of a large format camera and Howard’s skill produced crystal-clear, high-resolution photos with incredible details.

Artifact of the Month: Queen Elizabeth Coronation Souvenir

Artifact of the Month: Queen Elizabeth Coronation Souvenir

 

With all the media coverage of the Royal Family recently and over the past couple of years, it seemed appropriate to share this trinket dish from Turtle Bay’s Permanent Collection. It was issued in 1953 to commemorate a momentous occasion, Queen Elizabeth II's Coronation Ceremony. As she had no brother, she ascended to the throne on February 6, 1952, following her father's death due to prolonged illness. She was only 25 years old at the time.

Turtle Bay Auction 2024 Recap

Turtle Bay Auction 2024 Recap

The community eagerly anticipated the Turtle Bay Auction, and this year's event did not disappoint. The theme was "Off to The Races," and guests arrived dressed in their finest Kentucky Derby-inspired ensembles. They were greeted by a stunning display of decorations that transported them to Churchill Downs.

Salmon Release 2024

Salmon Release 2024

Turtle Bay Exploration Park in Redding, CA, partners with Coleman Fish Hatchery every year to raise and release chinook salmon to the Sacramento River as a part of the Head Start Program. This is one of the many ways Turtle Bay takes active part in conservation efforts for local wildlife.

Shasta Living Laboratory

Shasta Living Laboratory

Unlike most of our exhibitions, where changes are made only after installation if a mistake is found, this exhibition is a living document that has had several updates regarding the status of the glaciers as Mt. Shasta experienced both a hotter-than-normal summer and had early snowfall in September 2023 that affected the short-term condition of these climate indicators.