“Since the 1500’s drinking coffee has been used as a means to bring people together. It’s a ritual […]
Santa Barbara Historical Museum
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 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 […]
Erin Graffy de Garcia’s book discussing the nearly one-century long ‘Old Spanish Days’ in Santa Barbara is our […]
Join us for our most important fundraiser of the year! La Fiesta del Museo will be a vibrant […]
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 […]
“Browsing the maps in the Gledhill Library is like taking a sentimental journey back in time.” – Joan […]
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 […]
