This curated selection of Short’s work—depicted in his signature style of bold, exuberant brushstrokes and vivid color—celebrates the artist’s longstanding interest in coastal life, offering an intelligent, impressionistic, and very personal take on the beauty... Read More

& Special Events In November & December The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) may have the solution to finding the perfect gifts and maritime events for this holiday season.   The Museum Store offers a... Read More

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM), in cooperation with the Sea Glass and Ocean Arts Festival, will host the last Sea Glass Pop-Up of 2022 on Sunday, December 11, on the museum’s patio overlooking the... Read More

Do you enjoy meeting and talking with people from Santa Barbara, all of California, across the  U.S., and around the world? Do you want to share your love and knowledge of our harbor and  coast... Read More

With Writer and Photographer Chuck Graham The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) presents “Paddling into a Natural Balance” with Carpinteria-based freelance writer and photographer Chuck Graham  on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 7:00.  As part... Read More

Continuing its celebration of coastal living, the Santa Barbara  Maritime Museum (SBMM) presents The Lure of Lighthouses & Dancing Waves, an exhibition featuring  more than 35 photographs of lighthouses and waves by the renowned and... Read More

To book: Call or Email: Ed Stetson (805) 403-1439 Ed@stetsondiving.com February 25-28, 2023 Glamping Tent Camp  February 26-March 1, 2023 Premium Tent Camp ORGANIZER: Ed Stetson Ed@StetsonDiving.com For reservations & additional information: Stetson Diving and Charters, LLC, NAUI Scuba Instructor Course... Read More