When you walk through the doors of the museum, you embark on a journey of discovery, interacting with exhibits that engage your curiosity around maritime history and human interactions with the sea. Even beyond its walls, the museum has a far reach, providing diverse educational programs for youth and adults. Your passion for the museum bolsters our work and moves us forward. Your commitment and support assist us in our ability to provide meaningful and immersive experiences.
Funds raised allow the museum to provide diverse educational opportunities and inspiring exhibitions – all while highlighting 13,000 years of maritime history – from Chumash culture to today’s surfing and environmental movements. Together, we will ensure that we are able to showcase our rich maritime history while illuminating our rich connections with the sea.
Ways to Give
1. Click here to make a donation through the SBMM website. Donations may also be received in the mail. Please make checks payable to Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and send to:
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
113 Harbor Way, Ste. 190
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
2. Gifts of securities can be made by contacting SBMM Executive Director Greg Gorga at (805) 456-8742 or emailing ggorga@sbmm.org for brokerage firm and stock transfer information.
3. Charitable distributions can come from your Fidelity Charitable or Schwab Charitable donor advised fund account.
4. Become a member!