Museum Blog – The Logbook

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SBMM ANNOUNCES ITS NEWEST PROGRAM—NOW IN ENGLISH & SPANISH! MARITIME ON THE MOVE

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum’s (SBMM) Education Programs encourage curiosity through exhibits, experiential learning, and community outreach with special emphasis ...
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Ernie Brooks Tribute

Ernest Brooks II, one of America’s true pioneering underwater photographers, and Historical Diving Society USA (HDS) Advisory Board members, passed ...
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Flagship Society: Planned Giving Tip

IRA Beneficiary– the easiest way to leave a legacy for the Museum Many people have an IRA (Individual Retirement Account) ...
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The Passing of Our Dear Friend & Long-Time SBMM Supporter Ernie Brooks

Dear SBMM Friends, It is with the greatest sadness that I report the passing of our dear friend and long-time ...
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93 Letters from Marge

The Women and The Waves: 93-Letters from Marge

The Women and The Waves: 93- Letters from Marge A Film Screening & Q&A—Zoom Webinar presentation by The Women and ...
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THE SANTA BARBARA MARITIME MUSEUM’S OUTDOOR VISITOR CENTER AND GIFT SHOP ARE EXCITED TO WELCOME YOU BACK!

Since the day we closed our doors on March 13, the staff of the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum have been ...
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Love Letters to the Sea

SBMM Announces Its Newest Exhibit & Online Program: LOVE LETTERS TO THE SEA

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Education Department (805) 962-8404 education@sbmm.org SBMM Announces Its Newest Exhibit & Online Program: LOVE LETTERS TO THE ...
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ARTHUR BEAUMONT: Art of the Sea

Art Exhibit of Original Naval Paintings Traveling to the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum in December! Where: Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, ...
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Interview with Santa Barbara filmmaker Heather Hudson: 93 – Letters from Marge

Greg Gorga, our Executive Director, had the opportunity to speak with Santa Barbara filmmaker Heather Hudson before our film screening ...
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Sustainable Seafood Recipe Contest Winner: Megan Waldrep

Quick & Easy Lobster Salad You Can’t Mess Up By Megan Waldrep Ingredients Steamed lobster tails Romaine lettuce Mayo Worcestershire ...
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Sustainable Seafood Recipe Contest Winner: Juliette Verstaen

Rockfish “Poisson Cru” By  Juliette Verstaen Ingredients ¾ cup of fresh lime juice (approx. 12 limes) 6 tbsp canned coconut ...
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Sustainable Seafood Recipe Contest Winner: Sarah Meuser

Autumn Harvest Spiced Salmon By Sarah Meuser Makes 2 servings Ingredients for Apple Cider-Infused Roasted Grape and Parsnip Puree 2 ...
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