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  • SBMM Presents Play: Bronze Sculptures and Other Stuff by Susan Read Cronin

    Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA, United States

    Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Presents Play: Bronze Sculptures and Other Stuff by Susan Read Cronin  On View August 13 – November 29, 2026 A playful, story-rich exhibition exploring the breadth of human emotion through bronze, silhouettes, and poetry SBMM is delighted to present Play: Bronze Sculptures and Other Stuff by Susan (Susie) Read Cronin, on…

  • August Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series Presents “Vision for a Wild Coast at Point Conception: Jack and Laura Dangermond Preserve”

    Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA, United States

    Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Welcomes the Nature Conservancy’s Moses Katkowski and Elizabeth Hiroyasu for August Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series “Vision for a Wild Coast at Point Conception: Jack and Laura Dangermond Preserve” explores conservation, restoration, science, and stewardship at one of California’s most significant coastal landscapes SBMM is pleased to present “Vision for a Wild…

  • ECHOES of the ANCHOR: A Journey Through Maritime History

    LIVING HISTORY ABOARD TALL SHIP MYSTIC WHALER BRINGS 1818 CALIFORNIA PRIVATEER RAID TO LIFE Community event features authentic artifacts from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, living history reenactors, and interactive family activities. Local history lovers and adventure seekers are invited to step off the shore and straight into the history books for a living history event…

  • Why Islands Matter: A New Vision for Protecting Islands

    Why Islands Matter explores the vital connection between island communities and the ecosystems that sustain them. Presented by Seacology, this program highlights how protecting reefs, rainforests, and other fragile island environments can also bring meaningful benefits to local people through education, renewable energy, and sustainable livelihoods. With more than 35 years of global conservation work,…

  • Museum will be Closed Today for a Special Event

    The museum will be closed Wednesday, Sept 2, 2026 due to our Tiles on Deck - Mah Jongg at the Maritime Invitaional. SBMM is closed today and will reopen on the next regular business day. See you soon!

  • Tiles on Deck – Mah Jongg at the Maritime Museum

    Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA, United States

    3rd Annual Mah Jongg at the Maritime Museum Wednesday, September 2, 2026 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara Check-In – 11:00 a.m. Lunch – 11:30 a.m. Mah Jongg Played – 12:30-3:00 p.m. No quarters needed! Prizes will be awarded after each round of game play. Benefiting the…

  • Girls in Ocean Science Conference Middle School

    The Girls in Ocean Science Conference takes place annually in September with one session open to middle school (6th-8th grades) students and two sessions open to high school (9th-12th grades) students. This year, the middle school conference will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The high school conference will take place on Sunday, September 27,…

  • Girls in Ocean Science Conference High School

    The Girls in Ocean Science Conference takes place annually in September with one session open to middle school (6th-8th grades) students and two sessions open to high school (9th-12th grades) students. This year, the middle school conference will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The high school conference will take place on Sunday, September 27,…

  • San Ignacio Lagoon Grey Whale Charters Premium Tent Camp

    Take a Once-in-a-Lifetime Adventure Join Us for the San Ignacio Lagoon Whale Trip Premium Tent Camp, February 26 - March 1, 2027 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 the thrill of petting whales…

  • Love Boat: Annual Gala

    SBMM's annual fundraiser will take place March 5, 2027 with guests enjoying refreshing cocktails and a delightful dinner.  This delightful event is reminiscent of the classic Love Boat experience. A highlight of the festivities is the accompanying Online Auction, which opens to the broader community and features exclusive experiences, luxury getaways, and one-of-a-kind maritime-inspired items. The auction…