Redwoods of the Sea: Life in the Channel Islands Kelp Forests by Photographer Ralph A. Clevenger
Dive into Santa Barbara Channel Island Kelp Forests Through Ralph A. Clevenger’s Photography SBMM is proud to announce the upcoming exhibition Redwoods of the Sea: Life in the Channel Islands Kelp Forests featuring the extraordinary photography of renowned naturalist and underwater photographer Ralph A. Clevenger. The exhibition opens on September 11, 2025 and will be…
“Sequoias of the Sea” Screening at SBMM Explores the Disappearance of California’s Kelp Forests
Sequoias of the Sea – Film Screening 📅 October 8, 2025 | 7:00–9:00 PM📍 Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Join SBMM for a special screening of Sequoias of the Sea, a powerful new documentary exploring the disappearance of Northern California’s kelp forests and the grassroots fight to restore them. With stunning visuals and compelling stories…
SBMM Book Club
Join the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum’s Monthly Book Club! Monthly selections are (of course!) related to maritime adventures, history, marine science, ships, and sailing. Members meet the second Thursday of each month in the Harbor Community Room in the museum building. For more information or to find out the current monthly book being read, please…
Kelp Forest Trivia at Night Lizard Brewery
Kelp Forest Trivia Night – Oct 9 @ 7PMNight Lizard Brewing Co. | FREE Join us for a fun, kelp forest-themed trivia night inspired by our Redwoods of the Sea photography exhibit! Compete for prizes, test your kelp forest knowledge, and enjoy great beer and company. No RSVP needed—just bring your A-game! 📍 Night Lizard…
Life Beneath the Waves: Uncovering the Science Behind the Santa Barbara Channel’s Kelp Forest Sanctuaries
SBMM is pleased to welcome the community to its upcoming Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series event, “Life Beneath the Waves: Uncovering the Science Behind the Santa Barbara Channel’s Kelp Forest Sanctuaries,” on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The event includes a pre-lecture reception for SBMM members only from 6:15 to 6:45 p.m. Free for…
SBMM Book Club
Join the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum’s Monthly Book Club! Monthly selections are (of course!) related to maritime adventures, history, marine science, ships, and sailing. Members meet the second Thursday of each month in the Harbor Community Room in the museum building. For more information or to find out the current monthly book being read, please…
San Ignacio Lagoon Grey Whale Charters Tent Camp
Take a Once-in-a-Lifetime Adventure Join Us for the San Ignacio Lagoon Whale Trip SOLD OUT! Premium Tent Camp, February 24-27, 2026 Glamping Tent Camp, February 25-28, 2026 San Ignacio Lagoon, is nestled halfway down the Baja, Mexico coast. A magical place, the lagoon is one of the rare places on Earth where you can experience…