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Volunteer at the Museum

Volunteers at the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are key to making connections between the Museum and the many visitors from around the world. Volunteers help maintain displays, share maritime activities with guests of all ages, and educate generations with artifacts and stories of our nautical past. SBMM values its volunteers and they are critical to the Museum’s success.

Museum Volunteer Opportunities

  • Crew on SBMM’s flagship vessel Ranger, Santa Barbara’s oldest boat.
  • Greet visitors from around the world at the Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center (on our 4th floor)!
  • Assist with special events, including exhibit openings, art receptions & community festivals.
  • Become a docent and share information about our local maritime heritage with tours and outreach.

Volunteers enjoy the social environment of the Museum and gain a feeling of fulfillment knowing that they are an important part of a valued organization that educates the public about Santa Barbara’s rich maritime history and tradition.

Apply to Volunteer Online

Docent Program

Docents are key at the Maritime Museum! They help with school field trips, guide adult tours, and interpret exhibits. Training, support, and flexible hours allow docents to gain needed skills and knowledge while having fun.

SBMM needs outgoing and enthusiastic individuals who:

  • Wish to learn about Santa Barbara’s connection to the ocean
  • Enjoy sharing their experiences with child and adult visitors
  • Aspire to learn naval history and language
  • Want to seek new friends
  • Want to become docents at SBMM.

For more information on how to become a docent contact:
Guestservices@sbmm.org or call 805 456-8748

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Docent Training Manual 2022

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Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
113 Harbor Way, Ste 190
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
805 962-8404 • sbmm.org
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  • Visit
    • Museum Hours & Directions
    • Outdoors SB Visitor Center
    • Group Visits & Guided Tours
    • SBMM Store
    • Munger Theater
  • Exhibits & Lectures
    • Current + Upcoming
    • Watch Previous Lectures
    • Meetings, Corporate & Social Events
  • Ongoing Exhibits
    • WHALES ARE SUPERHEROES! PERMANENT EXHIBIT
    • Love Letters to the Sea
    • Dwight Brooks Model Collection
    • Virtual Tours
    • Curator’s Log
    • Guide Map to Exhibits
  • SBMM at Home
  • Education
    • Educational Programs
    • Upcoming Events & Lectures
    • Watch Previous Lectures
    • SBMM at Home
    • The Deeper Dive Series
    • Group Visits & Guided Tours
  • Support
    • Membership
    • Donate Today
    • Navigators Circle
    • Bequests & Legacy Gifts
    • Corporate Partners
    • Volunteer
    • Donate An Artifact
  • About
    • Contact Us
    • Staff & Employment
    • Board of Directors
    • Annual Reports
    • 2021-2026 Strategic Plan
    • Financials
    • Press Room
    • Our Logbook
    • The Deeper Dive Series
  • Store