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Charting a New Course: Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Launches Executive Director Search

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) is pleased to announce the launch of a national search for its next Executive ...
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Exterior view of the former Naval Reserve building now home to the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum.

New Leaders, New Horizons: SBMM Welcomes Five Dynamic Board Members and Announces New Officers During 25th Anniversary Year

As the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2025, the organization is proud to welcome five ...
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Avoiding Charity Scams

Charity fraud is growing as social media, email solicitations, and phone call requests increase.  How does one ensure that the ...
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Preparing for the Great Wealth Transfer

The Critical Role of Credit Unions in Supporting Members' Estate Planning Over the next few decades, the United States will ...
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Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Presents The Swiftest Recovery: Island Fox Chronicles Photography by Chuck Graham

SBMM is thrilled to announce the upcoming exhibition The Swiftest Recovery: Island Fox Chronicles, a breathtaking photographic showcase by acclaimed ...
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IRS Workforce Reductions Could Impact Estate Planning – What You Need to Know

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is facing significant workforce reductions as part of the initiative to downsize the federal government.  ...
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Beneath Pacific Tides—Tales from Over 75 Years of Ocean Observations in California

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) is proud to host Dr. Erin Satterthwaite as the featured speaker for April for ...
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Unveiling the Deepwater Diving Monument: Honoring the Birthplace of Deepwater Diving

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) is proud to announce the unveiling of the Deepwater Diving Monument, a long-overdue tribute ...
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7 Essential Tips for Estate Planning

Estate planning is one of the most important financial decisions you’ll ever make, yet it’s often overwhelming—both financially and emotionally. ...
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Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Online Auction: Sail Away With Exclusive Items & Experiences

Santa Barbara, CA – As part of its 25th Anniversary Gala Fundraiser on March 7, 2025, the Santa Barbara Maritime ...
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SBMM Welcomes the Historic Western Flyer to Santa Barbara: Celebrating Its Legacy, Restoration, and Future as a Research and Education Vessel

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) is excited to host the historic Western Flyer at the Santa Barbara Harbor during ...
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Securing Your Legacy and Preparing for Emergencies: A Guide 

As fires continue to impact communities across Los Angeles and beyond, we are reminded of the importance of planning—not just ...
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