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The Swiftest Recovery, Island Fox Chronicles – Photography by Chuck Graham
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA, United StatesSBMM is proud to present The Swiftest Recovery, Island Fox Chronicles - Photography by Chuck Graham taking place from May 22, 2025 to August 24, 2025. The island fox’s recovery is the fastest of any terrestrial mammal under the Endangered Species Act, making it a powerful symbol of successful conservation efforts. The exhibition will feature…
SBMM Monthly 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…
“Paddling Into a Natural Balance” Chuck Graham Chronicles the Healing of the Channel Islands
As part of its ongoing Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series, SBMM is proud to present Chuck Graham, author, photographer, and longtime Channel Islands National Park guide, for a compelling presentation titled “Paddling Into a Natural Balance.” The talk will take place on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., with a pre-lecture members-only reception from 6:15…
Museum Closes at 2 p.m.
Early Closure Notice – June 28 The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum will be closing early on June 28 as we prepare for our Yachty by Nature Concert at 6:00 PM inside the museum. Thank you for your understanding—we hope to see you at this special event!
25th Anniversary Yachty by Nature Concert
SBMM Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Yachty by Nature Concert – June 28, 2025 Set Sail for an Evening of Smooth Tunes and Celebration As part of its 25th anniversary celebration year, SBMM is proud to present a special live concert featuring Yachty by Nature on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 6:00–9:00 p.m. (Concert begins at…
Tunas and Trash: Exploring the Link Between Marine Debris Art and Sustainable Fisheries
SBMM is proud to welcome scientist-turned-artist Ethan Estess for its Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. Estess will present “Tunas and Trash: A Surprising Synergy Between Marine Debris Art and Tuna Research.” The event includes a pre-lecture reception for SBMM members from 6:15 to 6:45 p.m. Tickets are free…