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SBHM Store Pick of the Week

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“Since the 1500’s drinking coffee has been used as a means to bring people together. It’s a ritual […]

October 30, 2015 Articles

Alexander F. Harmer – Gatherings and Celebrations

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Opening Night & Lecture ~ November 19, 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm Alexander F. Harmer is remembered as […]

October 30, 2015 Museum Events

Santa Barbara’s First Book

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The Museum’s Director of Research, Michael Redmon, discusses the first book published in Santa Barbara, and it’s meaning […]

October 14, 2015 Articles, Gledhill Library

An Evening with the Author

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Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Bill Dedman will discuss heiress Huguette Clark, the issues surrounding her life story, her […]

October 14, 2015 Museum Events

Grand Opening and Book Signing

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This retrospective exhibition, the first in ninety years, celebrates the publication of a monograph on the work of […]

October 2, 2015 Museum Events

Did Zorro Once Live in Santa Barbara?

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Read the full store by Michael Redmon here in the Santa Barbara Independent! Michael Redmon, director of research at […]

September 22, 2015 Articles

SBHM Store Pick of the Week

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Empty Mansions reveals an enthralling mystery of wealth and loss, and a secretive heiress named Huguette Clark. Though […]

September 22, 2015 Articles, Museum Events

“Shakesbeer” at the Museum

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Prepare for a unique evening of Shakespeare and beer at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum! This magical one-night-only event will take guests […]

September 15, 2015 Museum Events

Don Nicolás Den: A Film Screening

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Join filmmaker Michael Love for a screening of his film based on Walker Tompkins’ book Santa Barbara’s Royal Rancho. This […]

September 4, 2015 Museum Events

Vibrant Springtime Wedding

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“Textured and vibrant, they so set the stage for an al fresco affair that blends casual with unabashed […]

August 28, 2015 Weddings

First Thursday & Members Annual Meeting

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1st Thursday is an award winning program highlighting downtown arts, culture and entertainment on the first Thursday of […]

August 28, 2015 Museum Events

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If you’re like us, you love quintessential vintage California images, and these tote bags by the California Citrus […]

August 21, 2015 Articles

Stow House’s Origins

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“The house at 304 North Los Carneros Road, built by Sherman P. Stow in 1872-73, was the home […]

August 13, 2015 Articles

El Mercado de La Guerra

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It’s Fiesta week in Santa Barbara! Worldwide, this community celebration is known for its vibrant spirit and its […]

August 4, 2015 Museum Events

SBHM Store Pick of the Week

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Erin Graffy de Garcia’s book discussing the nearly one-century long ‘Old Spanish Days’ in Santa Barbara is our […]

July 22, 2015 Articles, Museum Events

¡Viva la Fiesta!

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Join us for our most important fundraiser of the year! La Fiesta del Museo will be a vibrant […]

July 10, 2015 Museum Events

A White and Gold Affair

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This stunning wedding took place at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum, designed by Magnolia Event Design. This couple’s […]

June 23, 2015 Weddings

First Thursday Film Screening

July 2, 5:00-8:00 PM To accompany our thrilling new installation Quake! The 1925 Santa Barbara Earthquake, the Santa […]

June 23, 2015 Museum Events

Presidio Neighborhood Mega Mixer

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Santa Barbara’s hospitality organizations are teaming up for a fun filled evening taking place in the Presidio Neighborhood. […]

June 17, 2015 Museum Events

Santa Barbara’s Aviation History

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“Almost exactly eight years after the Wright Brothers took to the skies at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, the […]

June 17, 2015 Articles

Gledhill Library Spotlight

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“Browsing the maps in the Gledhill Library is like taking a sentimental journey back in time.” – Joan […]

May 20, 2015 Articles, Gledhill Library

Stunning “Up” Themed Wedding

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Santa Barbara Historical Museum has received another feature on Mywedding.com! Congratulations to Josh and Laura, who beautifully embodied […]

April 21, 2015 Weddings

The Origins of Hendry’s Beach

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Check out Micheal Redmon’s latest article on the background of one of Santa Barbara’s most beloved beaches, Arroyo […]

April 8, 2015 Articles
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