Events
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September Curated Cocktails
Don't Miss the Final Curated Cocktails of the Summer Thursday, September 10, 2026 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Join us for one last summer evening on the patio as we bring together history, conversation, and community at our final Curated Cocktails of the season. Enjoy a refreshing Lemon Drop, our signature cocktail from Simply Cocktails,…
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September Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series Presents “The Blue Blind Spot: The Most Important Infrastructure Project That No One Is Funding”
SBMM is pleased to present “The Blue Blind Spot: The Most Important Infrastructure Project That No One Is Funding” as part of its September Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series. The program will feature Chris Ragland, founder and executive director of Sea League, for a thought-provoking talk on ocean access, stewardship, and the importance of building meaningful…
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Girls in Ocean Science Conference Middle School
The Girls in Ocean Science Conference takes place annually in September with one session open to middle school (6th-8th grades) students and two sessions open to high school (9th-12th grades) students. This year, the middle school conference will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Check-in 9:30 a.m. Conference 10:00-2:30 p.m. Register Today The fee to…
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Girls in Ocean Science Conference High School
The Girls in Ocean Science Conference takes place annually in September with one session open to middle school (6th-8th grades) students and two sessions open to high school (9th-12th grades) students. This year, the high school conference will take place on Sunday, September 27, 2026. AM Session 8:30-12:30 p.m. PM Session 12:30-4:30 p.m. Register Today The…
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Discovery & Education in the Wild at UCSB’s Hidden Gem: The Natural Reserve System
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA, United StatesSBMM is pleased to welcome Conner Philson, PhD, Executive Director of UC Santa Barbara’s Natural Reserve System, for the October installment of its Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series. Philson will present “Discovery & Education in the Wild at UCSB’s Hidden Gem: The Natural Reserve System” on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the museum.…
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SOLD OUT Unscripted Voyages: Improv at SBMM
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA, United StatesTo inquire about tickets for this event, please call SBMM's Kiosk at (805) 456-8750. Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Launches New Unscripted Voyages Improv Series with Protecting Blue Whales Blue Skies Program November 7 event kicks off a new after-hours series blending live improv, ocean-inspired storytelling, science, conservation, and audience participation SBMM, in partnership with the…
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Museum on the Move: Jack and Laura Dangermond Preserve
Jack and Laura Dangermond Preserve Jalama Road, Lompoc, CA, United StatesWe’re excited to invite you to Museum on the Move, part of a series of special experiences that takes the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum beyond its walls. Created exclusively for…
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From Local Waters to Global Change: Protecting our Ocean and Planet
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA, United StatesJoin the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum on Thursday, November 12th, for an evening with The Santa Barbara Channel Whale Heritage Area, ClientEarth USA and The Redford Center. Enjoy a thought-provoking…
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Welcome Author Will Sofrin for a New Look at the Extraordinary Legacy of USCGC Eagle
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA, United StatesSanta Barbara Maritime Museum Welcomes Author Will Sofrin for a New Look at the Extraordinary Legacy of USCGC Eagle November Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series explores the evolution of America’s Tall…
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Museum Closed Thursday, November 26, 2026
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA, United StatesWe’re taking a short break to celebrate the holiday. SBMM is closed today and will reopen on the next regular business day. See you soon!
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SBMM Presents Man at Sea: A Kayaker’s Journey — A Powerful New Exhibition by Chuck Graham
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA, United StatesSBMM Presents Man at Sea: A Kayaker’s Journey — A Powerful New Exhibition by Chuck Graham Written excerpts and photography document an epic coastal passage from Mendocino to the Santa…
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Members Only Exhibit Opening: Man at Sea: A Kayaker’s Journey — Chuck Graham
Man at Sea: A Kayaker’s Journey is a striking new SBMM exhibit by writer, photographer, and sea kayaker Chuck Graham, featuring powerful images and written excerpts from his coastal passage from Mendocino to the Santa Barbara Channel Islands. Through moments of calm and chaos—storms, wind, and open-water miles—the exhibit captures the ocean’s vast scale and…