California Missions by Edwin Deakin
California Missions of Edwin DeakinA collaboration with the Santa Bárbara Mission Archive-Library The California mission system left behind an architectural … READ MORE
Borein and His Circle of Friends
Borein and His Circle of FriendsAn exhibition by Marlene R. Miller, Guest Curator John Edward Borein, acclaimed for his accurate … READ MORE
Fernald Mansion: A virtual tour The home, saved from destruction by the Historical Society, is not open to the public … READ MORE
Queen on the Hill
Our Most Accessible Exhibition in HistoryA Unique Exhibition That Can Be Experienced Online Only Generously Sponsored By John C. Woodward … READ MORE
mission photos
PhotographsAmong the well over 100,000 photographic images in the collection of the Gledhill Library at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum, … READ MORE
Hill-Carrillo Adobe
Currently closed to the public Satellite exhibits at the Historic Hill-Carrillo Adobe The Museum was pleased to collaborate with the Hutton … READ MORE
Henry Chapman Ford
Henry Chapman FordThe Museum Collection Watch virtual tour HERE. The beginnings of Santa Barbara as a significant art colony may … READ MORE
Capturing the West: The Artistry of Josef Muench
Capturing The West: The Artistry of Josef MuenchExplore our exhibition highlighting the extraordinary work of Josef Muench. The photographic landscapes … READ MORE
Great Photographers in Santa Barbara History: Gledhill Library Collection, 1860-1960
Opening May 2 Great Photographers in Santa Barbara HistoryGledhill Library Collection 1860-1960 The exhibition will highlight the Museum’s collection which … READ MORE
Story of Santa Barbara
Ongoing The Story of Santa BarbaraThe Museum’s galleries showcase our extensive collection of paintings, furniture, saddles, decorative arts, and costumes … READ MORE