Four generations of the Behrens and Eaton families were avid collectors of local history. As a result, the collection is brimming with interesting and one-of-a-kind artifacts dating back to the mid-1800s that depict the fascinating history of the people of Redding and Shasta County.

19th-century fashion is known for corsets, top hats, bonnets, full skirts, petticoats, and bustles. Visitors will enjoy the extensive collection of Victorian and vintage clothing including everything from Edna Eaton's elaborate wedding dress to Judge Eaton's childhood suits.

Judge Eaton had a strong interest in the military, collecting artifacts from both WWI and WWII throughout his lifetime. He continued to add to his collection of military and war-related items while serving as an army Captain and then major in North Africa and Italy during WWII. This portion of the museum will be of particular interest to those who are drawn to this period of history.

The museum includes a library which houses a plethora of irreplaceable historical books, journals and personal writings of the Judge that researchers and history lovers find exceptionally valuable and interesting. This portion of the collection also contains a number of antique and one-of-a-kind books that you will not be able to find elsewhere. You will want to make sure you give yourself enough time to read and explore this irreplaceable collection.

The Behrens-Eaton Museum has an extensive collection of Victorian items. From the furniture to the silver, every piece shows the elegance of the time and allows the visitor to experience the culture and traditions of a bygone time from 1895-2003.