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Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

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Admission from $12. Open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

About Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum hosts the Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series, where visitors hear from ocean scientists and conservation leaders on topics ranging from coastal restoration to marine stewardship. The museum occupies the Waterfront Center building at the harbor, offering interactive exhibits and views of the city, beaches, and Channel Islands. The Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center, located within the same building, provides free admission and information about whale watching, coastal cruises, and Channel Islands National Park. Families qualify for a discounted annual membership through the Museums for All program when presenting an EBT card, receiving free admission for up to two adults and all children under eighteen, plus two guest passes. Standard admission is charged at published rates, with tickets sold online through the museum's website. The museum is located in Santa Barbara, California.

Tickets and prices

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Admission

  • Adult (18-64)
    Adult
    $12
  • Youth (6-17)
    Child
    $6
  • Child (5 and under)
    Child
    Free
  • Senior (65+)
    Senior
    $8
  • Student w/ ID
    Student
    $6
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Tickets, prices & hours

Adult (18-64)
$12
Senior (65+)
$8
Student w/ ID
$6
Youth (6-17)
$6
Child (5 and under)
Free
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Free

Hours: Open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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What’s on at Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

2 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.

Aug 13 – Nov 29Season

Play: Bronze Sculptures and Other Stuff by Susan Read Cronin

A playful, story-rich exhibition exploring the breadth of human emotion through bronze sculptures, silhouettes, and poetry. Visitors experience allegorical works by Susan Read Cronin with humor and imagination.

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“Dates: August 13, 2026 – November 29, 2026 at 10:00 am”

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Aug 13 – Nov 29 · 10:00 amSeason

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

A playful, story-rich exhibition exploring the breadth of human emotion through bronze sculptures, silhouettes, and poetry. Visitors experience allegorical bronze sculptures alongside silhouettes and poetry by Susan Read Cronin.

Check event details and ticket requirements with the venue.

“Dates: August 13, 2026 – November 29, 2026 at 10:00 am”

From the venue’s own calendar, sbmm.org · checked on
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The saving

Museums for All Program - Annual Family Membership

Annual membership for up to two adults and all children/grandchildren under 18, plus two guest passes

$20

“One Crew (or family) membership can be purchased per EBT card for $20”

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