Featured Events
Saturday, August 22
Find us at the free, all-ages Pacific Pride Festival! The Museum and Sea Center will be present from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, sharing an original zine about local marine animal...
11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Saturday, August 29
Please note: This course is now at capacity.
Cover millions of years in this dynamic six-week field course! Geologist Sabina Thomas, Ph.D., brings the fundamentals of...
Cover millions of years in this dynamic six-week field course! Geologist Sabina Thomas, Ph.D., brings the fundamentals of...
10:00 AM–1:30 PM
Tuesday, September 1
It's a great time of year to be or become a Member! September is Member Appreciation Month, and we’re showing our gratitude for Members with the following special eve...
12:00 AM
Monday, September 7
Labor Day (Monday, September 7) is the last day to visit the Sprague Butterfly Pavilion this summer. Butterflies Alive! is a special exhibit that requires $3 tickets in add...
10:00 AM–4:30 PM
Monday, September 7
Labor Day (Monday, September 7) is the last day to visit The Collectors: A Life in Lepidoptera in the John and Peggy Maximus Gallery.
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10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday, September 8
Most adults hope to remain in their own homes as they grow older, but doing so successfully requires thoughtful planning. Whether you’re preparing for your own future...
12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Wednesday, September 9
Join National Geographic explorer and conservation photographer Krystle Hickman on a one-hour visual journey demonstrating what it’s like to spend a whole day beeing...
6:00 PM–7:00 PM
Saturday, September 12
This event is supported by the Santa Barbara Poetry Series and Gunpowder Poetry.
Join us under the oaks at the historic Coggeshall Bowl for a powerful afternoon of poetry....
Join us under the oaks at the historic Coggeshall Bowl for a powerful afternoon of poetry....
3:30 PM–4:30 PM
Saturday, September 12
The Palmer Observatory will open its doors and its roof to share a remarkable view of the wonders of the night sky through our state-of-the-art 20-inch telescope. Join Muse...
8:00 PM–10:00 PM
Sunday, September 13
Members are invited to attend our annual Member Appreciation Breakfast and meet PBS Kids character Buddy the Dinosaur! Sip coffee or juice and enjoy donuts while relaxing w...
9:00 AM–10:00 AM
