Our Museum supporters gathered under the July moon to celebrate Old Spanish Days at our annual La Fiesta […]
We are excited to open our new installation of our exhibit, “Project Fiesta!” This year we invite […]
Have you seen our latest installation? Experience the 1970s and 1980s social scene on America’s Riviera through high […]
Happy Holidays! This November 27 – 29, 20 Museums will offer 20% store discounts and FREE admission to […]
“Since the 1500’s drinking coffee has been used as a means to bring people together. It’s a ritual […]
Opening Night & Lecture ~ November 19, 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm Alexander F. Harmer is remembered as […]
The Museum’s Director of Research, Michael Redmon, discusses the first book published in Santa Barbara, and it’s meaning […]
Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Bill Dedman will discuss heiress Huguette Clark, the issues surrounding her life story, her […]
This week’s SBHM store pick is brought to you by Santa Barbara Pistachio Company! “Still a small family […]
This retrospective exhibition, the first in ninety years, celebrates the publication of a monograph on the work of […]
Read the full store by Michael Redmon here in the Santa Barbara Independent! Michael Redmon, director of research at […]
Empty Mansions reveals an enthralling mystery of wealth and loss, and a secretive heiress named Huguette Clark. Though […]
Prepare for a unique evening of Shakespeare and beer at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum! This magical one-night-only event will take guests […]
Join filmmaker Michael Love for a screening of his film based on Walker Tompkins’ book Santa Barbara’s Royal Rancho. This […]
“Textured and vibrant, they so set the stage for an al fresco affair that blends casual with unabashed […]
1st Thursday is an award winning program highlighting downtown arts, culture and entertainment on the first Thursday of […]
If you’re like us, you love quintessential vintage California images, and these tote bags by the California Citrus […]
“The house at 304 North Los Carneros Road, built by Sherman P. Stow in 1872-73, was the home […]
It’s Fiesta week in Santa Barbara! Worldwide, this community celebration is known for its vibrant spirit and its […]
“On The Verge is an innovative, seasonal nonprofit repertory theater company based in Santa Barbara. Its aim is […]
Erin Graffy de Garcia’s book discussing the nearly one-century long ‘Old Spanish Days’ in Santa Barbara is our […]
We are thrilled to share some of the wonderful moments from our Fiesta fundraiser! Despite a small thunderstorm, […]
Join us for our most important fundraiser of the year! La Fiesta del Museo will be a vibrant […]
Michael Redmon’s latest article on the history of one of Santa Barbara’s iconic seaside destinations. Read the full […]
Who’s excited for Old Spanish Days in Santa Barbara?! We certainly are, with our forthcoming Fiesta! exhibit opening in […]
Check out this lively “Bohemian Cowboys in California” wedding we were thrilled to host here at the Santa Barbara […]
This stunning wedding took place at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum, designed by Magnolia Event Design. This couple’s […]
July 2, 5:00-8:00 PM To accompany our thrilling new installation Quake! The 1925 Santa Barbara Earthquake, the Santa […]
Santa Barbara’s hospitality organizations are teaming up for a fun filled evening taking place in the Presidio Neighborhood. […]
“Almost exactly eight years after the Wright Brothers took to the skies at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, the […]
It’s that time of year again! Each summer, Santa Barbara comes alive during “Fiesta”, when our lovely city […]
“The infamous Trabucco murder is a tale of robbery, torture, and death, and it shocked the citizens of […]
This week’s items in the spotlight are the impeccable ceramic terra cotta tiles handmade by the one and […]
Join us for First Thursday to celebrate the opening of Ray Strong: Views of Santa Barbara County! Guest Curator: […]
Michael Redmon discusses the bold and ill-fated exploits of the famous Santa Barbara bandit Dick Fellows in his […]
To highlight the excellent collection of local history and Santa Barbara style the SBHM Gift Store has to […]
“Browsing the maps in the Gledhill Library is like taking a sentimental journey back in time.” – Joan […]
Our audio-visual installation commemorating the 90th anniversary of the Santa Barbara earthquake places you within this integral moment […]
The Santa Barbara Historical Museum loves educators! To show our heartfelt appreciation for the essential work they do […]
Chancellor Yang with Museum Director Lynn Britner at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum’s Alumni weekend kickoff party! Go […]
Boom! At the dawn of June 29, 1925, our city shook with a 6.3 earthquake leaving much of […]
Santa Barbara Historical Museum has received another feature on Mywedding.com! Congratulations to Josh and Laura, who beautifully embodied […]
Check out Micheal Redmon’s latest article on the background of one of Santa Barbara’s most beloved beaches, Arroyo […]
Thursday, April 9 at 5:30 PM Designed by George Washington Smith and Carleton Monroe Winslow in the 1920’s, […]
“Cellar Series” at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum Certified Cicerone Zachary Rosen will be hosting Lost and Found: […]
Celebrate Women’s History Month and the Museum’s current exhibition, Under The Umbrella: Lutah Maria Riggs & Her Santa Barbara […]
In his latest article, Michael Redmon gives interesting context to the naming of Orpet Park, one of many […]
Tickets are now on sale for our “Life of Lutah” panel discussion on February 26 at 10am. Make […]
SBHM’s new exhibit, “Under the Umbrella: Lutah Maria Riggs and her Santa Barbara Style” has been honored with a […]
An article by Michael Redmon regarding Rattlesnake Canyon, a beautiful historic trail in Santa Barbara with mysterious origins! […]
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