Distinguished Speaker Series
Geoff Alexander on Dos Pueblos Ranch and Its Vision for a Sustainable Future
SBMM Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series presents: "Dos Pueblos Institute: A Vision for the Future" with Geoff Alexander, executive director of the Dos Pueblos Institute. This enlightening presentation will explore the unique role of Dos Pueblos Ranch, a site rich in human history and environmental significance. From its earliest inhabitants and its pivotal role during Spanish…
SBMM Welcomes the Historic Western Flyer to Santa Barbara
The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is thrilled to host the iconic Western Flyer at the Santa Barbara Harbor. Famous for John Steinbeck and Ed Ricketts’ 1940 Sea of Cortez expedition, the restored vessel now serves as a research and education platform. Visitors can enjoy a rare, docent-led onboard experience at the harbor on March 19…
SBMM Presents “The Western Flyer: Steinbeck’s Vessel of Discovery and Resilience” with Dr. Tom Keffer
The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) is excited to host Dr. Tom Keffer, chair of the Western Flyer Foundation, for the March installment of its prestigious Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series. Dr. Keffer, Chair of the Board, will present “The Story of the Western Flyer” on March 20, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. A pre-lecture members-only reception…