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Visitors 'catch the big one' at the fishing simulator as part of this interactive exhibit celebrating the abundant fisheries along the Central Coast. Also included are antique and modern gam
The story of California shore whaling from 1854 to 1971 (when the last whaling station closed at Richmond) features whaling implements, photographs, a diorama of the shore whaling camp at Goleta Beach
From prehistoric times to the early twentieth century, otter and seal hunting has been a commercial link between California and the outside world. Three flip-up touch panels allow visitors to compare
Fascinating collection of intricate radio-controlled model boats were made by Dwight Brooks. The models are of true-life vessels, including a luxury yacht, Norwegian fishing trawler, naval patrol boat
This history of the local waterfront includes the building of Stearn's Wharf, Santa Barbara breakwater and more. A historical timeline of Santa Barbara's waterfront and harbor area is comple
This 'living' exhibit proudly displays a 23-foot hand-made wooden tomol, the canoes built to cross the Santa Barbara Channel to the Channel Islands -- and still used today. Ancient and moder
This unique exhibit describe the histories of six of the eight Channel Islands: San Miguel, San Nicolas, Santa Cruz, Santa Barbara, Santa Rosa, and Anacapa. A rich variety of artifacts, photographs, a
The story of the hide and tallow trade and of 1830s California was vividly told in Richard Henry Dana Jr.'s 'Two Years Before the Mast.' This exhibit features a first edition copy of th
Nautical charts through time are displayed in a lively and engaging exhibit.
Lonely and remote, Santa Barbara's Spanish (1769-1821) and Mexican (1822-1846) settlements were highly dependent on goods delivered by supply ships. The exhibit includes objects that were brought
Thrill to shipwreck stories and discover the underwater archaeology used to locate, monitor, and preserve local underwater cultural resource. The Cuba, Winfield Scott and Honda disaster are displayed
The Central Coast offshore oil industry is chronicled, including an intricate model oil platform display just like those found in the Santa Barbara Channel. Future plans include a working model of see
In this exhibit, children learn about our maritime heritage and the sea in a fun and creative way. On hand are a wide variety of art materials, colorful soft toys and furniture representing sea animal
Hardhat diving has been part of local history since the late 1800s when abalone became a sought-after delicacy. Commercial diving is an integral part of the sea urchin fisheries as well as in the cons
Discover adventurers who plied the waters of the Central Coast, beginning with Juan Cabrillo in 1542 and ending with Vancouver in 1793. The exhibit features push-button interactives detailing the expl
Men are invited to Pacific Sound Chorus weekly rehearsal. If you like to sing or wish you could sing please visit, all are welcome. For more info visit our website or call 800-353-1632. Melody or sing
Same band plays every Mon for a month with different opening bands every week. This month is The Grandmas ... Opening Bands: 15th Sgear Pleasure 22nd The Situation 29th TBA .... should be special
Same band plays every Mon for a month with different opening bands every week. This month is The Grandmas ... Opening Bands: 15th Sgear Pleasure 22nd The Situation 29th TBA .... should be special
Same band plays every Mon for a month with different opening bands every week. This month is The Grandmas ... Opening Bands: 15th Sgear Pleasure 22nd The Situation 29th TBA .... should be special
From prehistoric times to the early twentieth century, otter and seal hunting has been a commercial link between California and the outside world. Three flip-up touch panels allow visitors to compare
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