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SBMM Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series Unveils the Story of Stearns Wharf

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is pleased to present the September offering of its Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series “Opening the ...
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SBMM Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series Highlights Goleta Slough’s Rich History

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is pleased to present the June offering of its Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series, "The History ...
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Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Showcases Coastal Landmarks in New Exhibit Majestic California Piers

Rainbow over Stearns Wharf. Dan Merkel. The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) is pleased to announce the opening of its ...
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Fun at SBMM! Let Your Curiosity Set Sail at the Maritime Museum

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) offers a variety of summertime activities designed to provide fun and educational experiences for ...
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Randall James Franciose, Ann Howard, Trevor D. Large, and Robyn Parker Join Santa Barbara Maritime Museum’s Board of Directors

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of four new board members - Randall James Franciose, ...
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Don Barthelmess, Tom Elliott, and Chad Makela Join Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Board

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of three new board members – Don Barthelmess, Tom ...
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Recent Trends in Planned Giving

By, Amanda Thomas Staying up-to-date with the latest trends in planned giving can be helpful for making informed decisions regarding ...
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Jessica Tade Named Deputy Director of Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) is pleased to announce that Jessica Tade has been appointed as its Deputy Director, ...
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The Peaceful Sea: Paintings by Kevin A. Short

Santa Barbara, CA. July 7, 2022 –  Continuing its celebration of coastal living, the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) presents ...
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Paddle Out for SBMM: Celebrating the Santa Barbara Channel

Join us for the second annual Paddle Out for SBMM fundraiser onSaturday, June 11, from 1:00-4:00 pm at Leadbetter Beach. ...
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Surfer and the Sage: A Guide to Survive and Ride Life’s Waves

With Shaun Tomson and Noah benShea Santa Barbara, CA. May 1, 2022 – The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) will ...
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“A Whale of a Tale”- News Release

See the Undersea World Through the Eyes of a Child Opening At the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum April 14, 2022 ...
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