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The Santa Barbara Historical Museum in downtown Santa Barbara explores the region's history from its earliest Chumash residents through the Silent Film Era and the founding of Fiesta. Visitors examine exhibitions that illuminate the area's past, including current shows featuring artwork and historic photographs. The museum's collection includes works by renowned artists such as Alexander Harmer, Ludmilla Welch, A.M. Podchernikoff, Charles Rollo Peters, and Henry Chapman Ford displayed alongside historic photographs by J. Walter Collinge and N.H. Reed. Exhibitions explore adobe structures that once dotted the landscape and the stories of early Japanese immigrants to Santa Barbara County, including Captain Jūkichi, who arrived in 1815 after a harrowing Pacific voyage. The museum hosts a schedule of talks, exhibition openings, and community events throughout the year. The location serves as a cultural landmark in the heart of the historic district, welcoming visitors interested in local history and regional heritage.
Admission is free. The venue says: “Admission is free!”
Hours: Wednesdays-Sunday noon-5pm, Thursdays noon-7pm
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3 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.
This weekendSep 27Event
Historian Neal Graffy guides visitors through the museum's exhibition and downtown Santa Barbara to discover Saint Barbara's image in historic buildings, public art, places of worship, and civic spaces.
“Sunday, September 27 2:00 PM Location: Museum”
Oct 1Event
The museum hosts a free concert by local band Mezcal Martini playing danceable Salsa, Cumbia, and Latin music, with galleries open for viewing exhibitions and permanent collections.
“Thursday, October 1 6-7:30 PM music 5-8:00 PM (galleries open)”
Oct 1Event
The museum hosts a free dance party with local band Mezcal Martini performing salsa, cumbia, and Latin music, with galleries open for visitors to view exhibitions.
“Thursday, October 1 6-7:30 PM music 5-8:00 PM (galleries open)”
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