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SUMMARY:Museum CLOSED for Fiesta Friday
DESCRIPTION:The museum will be CLOSED on Friday\, August 7 for Fiesta. We will be open the next business day 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T100000
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SUMMARY:SBMM Presents Play: Bronze Sculptures and Other Stuff by Susan Read Cronin
DESCRIPTION:Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Presents\nPlay: Bronze Sculptures and Other Stuff by Susan Read Cronin \n On View August 13 – November 29\, 2026\nA playful\, story-rich exhibition exploring the breadth of human emotion through bronze\, silhouettes\, and poetry \nSBMM is delighted to present Play: Bronze Sculptures and Other Stuff by Susan (Susie) Read Cronin\, on view August 13 through November 29\, 2026. With humor and imagination at its heart\, Play invites visitors to experience the full spectrum of human feeling through Cronin’s allegorical bronze sculptures — alongside her silhouettes and poetry. \nCronin’s pieces are imaginative and disarmingly joyful: small scenes that feel like fables\, visual puns that reward a second look\, and characters that seem to carry on secret conversations. Cronin takes the word “play” literally\, as she plays with words\, scale\, perspective and sometimes danger. While the work often begins in laughter\, it doesn’t stay on the surface. Play explores tenderness\, longing\, mischief\, vulnerability\, and wonder — reminding us that imagination and play can be both a refuge and a way of discovering the truth. \nIn her own words\, Cronin calls her work “figurative and narrative\,” grounded in gesture and emotion. Her titles unlock new layers of meaning across sculpture and text. Play invites us to slow down\, look closer\, and rediscover the simple joy of being human. \nBronze has a long and distinguished relationship with maritime history. For centuries\, it has been valued for its strength\, beauty\, and resilience\, appearing in tools\, trade goods\, ship fittings\, and other objects shaped by life at sea. At the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum\, bronze resonates not only as a historic material\, but also as one deeply tied to craftsmanship\, exploration\, and endurance. \nIn Play\, Susan Read Cronin reimagines this storied medium through sculptures that are imaginative\, lyrical\, and unexpectedly expressive. Her work offers a contemporary perspective on bronze\, transforming a material long associated with utility and permanence into one of wit\, emotion\, and wonder. In doing so\, the exhibition creates a thoughtful bridge between maritime legacy and artistic invention. \nAs an added bonus\, for those of you who have always longed to understand how a bronze sculpture is made\, part of the show explains and simplifies the lost wax bronze casting process. \nExhibition Details \nExhibition: Play: Bronze Sculptures and Other Stuff by Susan (Susie) Read Cronin\nDates: August 13 – November 29\, 2026\nLocation: Santa Barbara Maritime Museum\, 113 Harbor Way\, Suite 190\, Santa Barbara\, CA 93109\nHours: Open daily\, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.\nAdmission: Included with museum admission (SBMM members free). \n \nAbout the Artist \nSusan (Susie) Read Cronin is a sculptor\, writer\, and multidisciplinary artist known for bronze sculptures that blend craft with playfulness and narrative charm. Educated at The Madeira School\, she earned a B.A. in English from Williams College and studied with sculptors Jane B. Armstrong and Walter Matia. After many years working in Vermont\, Cronin relocated full-time to Santa Barbara in 2016. Her work has been exhibited widely\, including solo shows across Vermont\, New York City\, Denver\, and California\, and her exhibition Fables\, Foibles\, and Fairy Tales has traveled to 18 museums and other venues around the country. \n\nWatch the video
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LOCATION:Santa Barbara Maritime Museum\, 113 Harbor Way\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93109\, United States
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SUMMARY:Members Only Exhibit Opening Play: Bronze Sculptures and Other Stuff by Susan (Susie) Read Cronin
DESCRIPTION:Play: Bronze Sculptures and Other Stuff by Susan (Susie) Read Cronin\, members are invited to the exhibit opening August 13\, 2026\, 4:30 p.m. A playful and thought-provoking exhibition of bronze sculptures\, silhouettes\, and poetry. With humor\, imagination\, and emotional depth\, Cronin’s work explores tenderness\, mischief\, longing\, vulnerability\, and wonder through small narrative scenes that feel both whimsical and profound. Susie’s figurative sculptures invite visitors to slow down\, look closer\, and rediscover the joy and complexity of being human. The exhibition also includes an accessible explanation of the lost-wax bronze casting process. Meet the artist. Refreshments served.
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LOCATION:Santa Barbara Maritime Museum\, 113 Harbor Way\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93109\, United States
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SUMMARY:August Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series Presents “Vision for a Wild Coast at Point Conception: Jack and Laura Dangermond Preserve”
DESCRIPTION:Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Welcomes the Nature Conservancy’s Moses Katkowski for August Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series\n“Vision for a Wild Coast at Point Conception: Jack and Laura Dangermond Preserve” explores conservation\, restoration\, science\, and stewardship at one of California’s most significant coastal landscapes\nSBMM is pleased to present “Vision for a Wild Coast at Point Conception: Jack and Laura Dangermond Preserve” as part of its Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series on Thursday\, August 20\, 2026\, at 7:00 p.m. at the museum. SBMM members are invited to a pre-lecture reception from 6:15–6:45 p.m.\n\nTickets: Free for Navigators Circle members\, $10 for SBMM members\, $20 for the general public\, and $5 for students and educators with valid school ID or email. For reservations\, visit sbmm.org\, email reservations@sbmm.org\, or call (805) 456-8750. \nRegister Today \nThe program features Moses Katkowski\, Director of the Dangermond Preserve\, who will share how The Nature Conservancy is working to protect\, restore\, and study this extraordinary coastal landscape at Point Conception. Locally known as the Cojo-Jalama Ranch\, the Jack and Laura Dangermond Preserve was acquired by The Nature Conservancy in 2018. Over the past decade\, The Nature Conservancy has advanced a long-range vision for a wild coast at Point Conception—one that protects a rare and dynamic coastal environment\, supports scientific conservation research\, deploys technology to accelerate learning and improve management\, and inspires future generations of conservation leaders.\nKatkowski will discuss the management\, restoration\, and science now underway at the Preserve\, including the launch of the Point Conception Institute\, a global conservation science center based at the Preserve. The Institute describes its mission as building a collaborative research community\, advancing open science\, stewarding data and technology\, and generating insights that can support biodiversity protection\, ecosystem restoration\, and climate response in California and beyond. \nThe talk will also explore research and restoration focused on land-sea connectivity at Point Conception and efforts to bring Southern California steelhead back to Jalama Creek. Attendees will learn more about the history of the land\, why it was protected\, and the many partnerships that help make this broad conservation vision possible both on the Preserve and across the wider Gaviota Coast region. \n“Moses Katkowski brings a compelling perspective on what it means to care for a place where land\, sea\, science\, and stewardship all meet\,” said Dean Noble\, executive director of SBMM. “Their work at the Dangermond Preserve reflects the kind of long-term conservation thinking and collaboration that is deeply relevant to the Santa Barbara Channel and to the future of our coast.” \nMoses Katkowski has served with The Nature Conservancy since 2006 and has led preserve management and coastal restoration work in both New Jersey and California. Since 2018\, he has lived and worked at the Dangermond Preserve\, where he oversees land management activities including rangelands\, fire management\, invasive species control\, cattle grazing as a conservation tool\, and preserve operations. He holds a B.A. in Environmental Science from Stockton University and a Master of Environmental Studies from the University of Pennsylvania.
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LOCATION:Santa Barbara Maritime Museum\, 113 Harbor Way\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93109\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Distinguished Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:Pirates Day at the Harbor: The Story of Hippolyte Bouchard
DESCRIPTION:Pirates Day at the Harbor: The Story of Hippolyte Bouchard \nStep into California’s maritime past during a free\, family-friendly day at the Santa Barbara Harbor! Meet costumed historic figures aboard the Mystic Whaler\, discover the dramatic story of privateer Hippolyte Bouchard\, view an authentic artifact from SBMM\, and follow clues on a harbor-wide treasure hunt. \nCostumes are encouraged! Guests who arrive in costume—along with up to three additional guests—will receive free same-day admission to the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. Participants with a treasure hunt map can also receive free admission to the museum\, continue the adventure inside SBMM. \nBring the whole family for a day filled with history\, mystery\, and high-seas adventure! \nSunday\, August 23\, 2026 | 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. \nSanta Barbara Harbor \n  \n \nLIVING HISTORY ABOARD TALL SHIP MYSTIC WHALER BRINGS\n1818 CALIFORNIA PRIVATEER RAID TO LIFE \nCommunity event features an authentic artifact from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum\, living history reenactors\, and interactive family activities. \nLocal history lovers and adventure seekers are invited to step off the shore and straight into the history books for a living history event exploring one of California’s most dramatic maritime chapters: the 1818 raids of the pirate Hippolyte Bouchard. \nHosted by Mystic Ocean Adventures\, the tall ship Mystic Whaler\, and the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum\, the event offers a hands-on journey back to the early 19th century when Bouchard – a French-born Argentine privateer – sailed up the California coast\, leaving an indelible mark on maritime history. \nAttendees will have the unique opportunity to: \n\nMeet Living History Reenactors: Interact with costumed historical figures on board the Mystic Whaler\, including a live character portrayal of Hippolyte Bouchard himself.\nView A Rare Artifact: Examine an authentic 19th-century historical piece on display\, made available through a special collaboration with the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum.\nEngage in Family Activities: Test and solve historical mysteries in an interactive\, harbor-wide treasure hunt.\nExplore a Tall Ship: Walk the decks of Mystic Whaler and gain insight into traditional seafaring techniques and coastal life during the era of privateers. FREE ADMISSION.\n\n“History comes alive when you can stand on the deck of a vessel\, see the actual tools of the era\, and talk with the figures who shaped the coast\,” said Captain Christine Healy\, Executive Director of Mystic Ocean Adventures. “Whether you’re a maritime enthusiast or looking for a memorable family outing\, this event connects our local community directly to California’s rich coastal past.” \nAbout Mystic Ocean Adventures (MOA): Mystic Ocean Adventures\, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization\, promotes hands-on education\, STEAM academic comprehension\, environmental stewardship\, teamwork\, self-confidence\, and nautical skills with a special focus on youth through sailing and the sea. It’s 110-foot tall ship \, the Mystic Whaler\, provides a unique outdoor classroom experience for the communities it serves. mysticoceanadventures.org \nAbout the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM): SBMM’s mission to interpret the rich and diverse maritime history of the Santa Barbara Channel. SBMM is an interactive museum – a place where the public can experience maritime culture without leaving the harbor. Founded by a group of fisherman\, divers\, and sailors\, SBMM provides hands-on learning opportunities for all ages\, delving into Santa Barbara’s robust maritime history while highlighting the important role the Santa Barbara Channel plays in our culture and community.
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SUMMARY:Why Islands Matter: A New Vision for Protecting Islands
DESCRIPTION:Why Islands Matter explores the vital connection between island communities and the ecosystems that sustain them. Presented by Seacology\, this program highlights how protecting reefs\, rainforests\, and other fragile island environments can also bring meaningful benefits to local people through education\, renewable energy\, and sustainable livelihoods. With more than 35 years of global conservation work\, Seacology offers an inspiring look at why islands are both uniquely important and urgently in need of protection. \n Presentation and Discussion\nThursday\, August 27\, 2026\n6:00-7:30 p.m. \n🎟 Tickets: Free for Navigators Circle members | $5 for students and educators with a valid school ID or email address | $10 for SBMM members | $20 general public.\nTo enjoy the reduced rates become a member of SBMM. \nTingloy Municipality\, Philippines \nRegister Today \nEnvironmental issues are human issues. To people living on islands\, their forest or sea is a lifeline\, a source of food and livelihood\, and a profoundly important part of their culture. But islanders are under constant economic pressure. They want to protect their precious resources\, but they also need money to meet their families’ basic needs for education\, health\, and opportunity. It can be a heartbreaking dilemma. \nSeacology helps islanders protect their environment AND receive important community benefits. Our projects have made it possible for villages to keep protecting reefs and rainforests while replacing dilapidated schools\, building ecotourism centers that will generate sustainable income\, or installing solar power that transforms their daily lives. This win-win approach recognizes the knowledge and autonomy of indigenous communities and gives them an economic incentive to preserve their natural resources. \nSeacology works only on islands because they are extraordinarily important and vulnerable ecosystems. Nearly 40 percent of critically endangered species live on islands; if they vanish from their island homes\, they vanish from the Earth. Protecting islands\, which are on the front lines of climate change\, is now more critical than ever.  \nSince Seacology’s founding 35 years ago\, we have launched over 450 projects in 74 countries\, protecting more than 1.6 million acres of vulnerable marine and terrestrial ecosystems.  \nThrough our travel program\, supporters can visit our projects and see their impact in person. \n \n  \nSince 1999\, Duane Silverstein has been the Executive Director of Seacology\, an international nonprofit with the sole focus of preserving islands – their fragile habitats\, vanishing species\, and historic cultures – across the globe. Before heading Seacology\, he was the Executive Director of the Goldman Fund\, one of California’s largest philanthropic foundations\, for 18 years. Duane was instrumental in creating and heading the Goldman Environmental Prize\, which has been dubbed the “Nobel Prize of the Environment” by National Geographic and news media around the globe. Over his career he has visited more than 228 islands in 100 nations\, and is widely considered one of the world’s foremost experts on islands. \n  \n  \n  \nMarisol Rueda Flores is a biologist\, science communicator\, and conservation professional based in La Paz\, Baja California Sur\, Mexico. She earned her B.Sc. in Biology from the Autonomous University of the State of Morelos and a Master of Science in Marine Resources Management from CICIMAR-IPN\, where she specialized in blue whale research in the Gulf of California. \nFor more than 20 years\, Marisol has worked in marine conservation\, environmental education\, science communication\, and community engagement across Mexico\, Costa Rica\, and the Galápagos Islands. Her experience spans the conservation of coral reefs\, cetaceans\, sea turtles\, marine invertebrates\, and island ecosystems\, combining scientific knowledge with outreach\, environmental education\, and collaboration with local communities. \nShe currently serves as Communications Officer for Healthy Reefs for Healthy People\, leading regional communications across the Mesoamerican Reef\, while also representing Seacology in Mexico as Field Representative\, supporting community-based conservation projects that protect biodiversity while improving local livelihoods. \nAn AAUS-certified scientific diver and AGRRA Fish Monitoring Instructor\, Marisol is passionate about connecting people with the ocean through effective communication\, underwater exploration\, and storytelling. In her free time\, she enjoys scuba diving\, underwater photography\, and traveling to discover new cultures and marine environments.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260830T120000
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SUMMARY:Educational Public Day Sail with Mystic Whaler - Departs Santa Barbara Harbor
DESCRIPTION:Educational Public Day Sail with Mystic Whaler – Departs Santa Barbara Harbor\nTime & Location\n\n\nAug 30\, 2026\, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM \nSanta Barbara\, Santa Barbara Harbor\, Santa Barbara\, CA 93109\, USA \nRegister Today \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the event\n\n\n\nEducational Adventure Sail on the Mystic Whaler\nCome aboard for a 3-hour adventure sail on the tall ship Mystic Whaler in the beautiful Santa Barbara Channel. Feel the wind on your face and the spray of the sea\, and keep a weather eye on the horizon. \nWhat to Expect\n\n\nTraditional sailing methods \n\n\nShips’ gun demonstration \n\n\nStunning views of the Santa Barbara Channel \n\n\nOpportunity to learn about sailing and maritime history \n\n\nSupport Local Youth\nAll proceeds go towards the support of Mystic Whaler’s experiential education programs for local youth. \nJoin Us!\nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the beauty of sailing while contributing to a great cause!
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