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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

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

SBHM Store Pick of the Week

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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

On The Verge Performs at SBHM

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“On The Verge is an innovative, seasonal nonprofit repertory theater company based in Santa Barbara. Its aim is […]

July 23, 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 Story of Stearns Wharf

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Michael Redmon’s latest article on the history of one of Santa Barbara’s iconic seaside destinations. Read the full […]

July 8, 2015 Articles

SBHM Store Pick of the Week

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Who’s excited for Old Spanish Days in Santa Barbara?! We certainly are, with our forthcoming Fiesta! exhibit opening in […]

July 8, 2015 Articles

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

SBHM Store Pick of the Week

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It’s that time of year again! Each summer, Santa Barbara comes alive during “Fiesta”, when our lovely city […]

June 17, 2015 Articles

An Infamous, Unsolved Murder

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“The infamous Trabucco murder is a tale of robbery, torture, and death, and it shocked the citizens of […]

June 5, 2015 Articles

SBHM Store Pick of the Week

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This week’s items in the spotlight are the impeccable ceramic terra cotta tiles handmade by the one and […]

June 5, 2015 Articles

Ray Strong Exhibition Opening

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Join us for First Thursday to celebrate the opening of Ray Strong: Views of Santa Barbara County! Guest Curator: […]

May 27, 2015 Museum Events

Bandits! A Glance From the Gledhill Library

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Michael Redmon discusses the bold and ill-fated exploits of the famous Santa Barbara bandit Dick Fellows in his […]

May 22, 2015 Articles

SBHM Store Pick of the Week

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To highlight the excellent collection of local history and Santa Barbara style the SBHM Gift Store has to […]

May 22, 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

Immerse yourself in Quake!

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Our audio-visual installation commemorating the 90th anniversary of the Santa Barbara earthquake places you within this integral moment […]

May 19, 2015 Museum Events

Teachers’ Night at SBHM

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The Santa Barbara Historical Museum loves educators! To show our heartfelt appreciation for the essential work they do […]

May 7, 2015 Museum Events

Quake! Exhibit Opening

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Boom! At the dawn of June 29, 1925, our city shook with a 6.3 earthquake leaving much of […]

May 4, 2015 Museum Events

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

Artists of the Meridian

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 Thursday, April 9 at 5:30 PM Designed by George Washington Smith and Carleton Monroe Winslow in the 1920’s, […]

April 1, 2015 Museum Events

Lost & Found: The Fashion of Beer Over Time

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“Cellar Series” at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum Certified Cicerone Zachary Rosen will be hosting Lost and Found: […]

March 11, 2015 Museum Events

Santa Barbara Women in Architecture

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Celebrate Women’s History Month and the Museum’s current exhibition, Under The Umbrella: Lutah Maria Riggs & Her Santa Barbara […]

March 1, 2015 Museum Events

A Word from Our Librarian

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In his latest article, Michael Redmon gives interesting context to the naming of Orpet Park, one of many […]

March 1, 2015 Articles

The Life of Lutah: A Panel Discussion

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Tickets are now on sale for our “Life of Lutah” panel discussion on February 26 at 10am. Make […]

February 11, 2015 Museum Events

SBHM and the Santa Barbara Film Festival

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In honor of the Santa Barbara Film Festival we remind you of the roots of the illustrious film […]

January 27, 2015 Museum Events

The Southern Pacific Railroad in SB: The First 55 Years

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Join us for a lecture to illuminate our latest exhibition, Vintage Toys & Trains! Model train engineers Ken […]

January 11, 2015 Museum Events

History Happy Hour

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“Flying A Film History” , Margerum Tasting Room, Wed. January 14 at 5:00 The Santa Barbara Historical Museum […]

January 8, 2015 Museum Events

SBHM in the Tournament of Roses Parade!

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The Museum was pleased to play a part in the Old Spanish Days Fiesta entry in the 2015 Tournament […]

January 6, 2015 Museum Events

Thanks to Santa Barbara Seasons Magazine

Thanks to Santa Barbara Seasons Magazine for their article about Beverley Jackson’s photo collection, which was recently gifted […]

December 19, 2014 Articles, Gledhill Library
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