Events around Santa Barbara
All skill levels are invited to experience the tradition of sketching from original works of art in current exhibitions. Museum Teaching Artists provide general guidance and all materials.
A series of themed Block Parties highlighting the best of Santa Barbara. Bring your family and friends downtown for another block party on State Street! This is the latest Block Party …
The New York Times award-winning author Susan Straight returns to read from her latest and much lauded novel, Mecca. Set in Southern California’s inland and high desert area, this is a story …
Writers of all levels are invited to participate in this informal exploration of the Museum's galleries as an impetus to writing. Monthly sessions are led by a visiting writer who …
This exhibition features the collection of celebrated local architect, Barry Berkus. He built an amazing contemporary art collection, often purchasing the toughest work from a gallery exhibition.We hope you'll join …
Come and enjoy live entertainment from Prime Time Band on the steps of the historic Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and grab a delicious meal at happy hour price from …
1st Thursday is an evening of art and culture in downtown Santa Barbara. On the first Thursday of each month, participating galleries and venues offer free access to visual and performing arts …
SBMA and Opera Santa Barbara partner to present a season’s sampling of art and music with pop-up performances in the Museum’s galleries, inspired by SBMA’s collection and special exhibitions or …
Art Matters Lecture with Harmon Siegel, Ph.D. Junior Fellow, Harvard Society of Fellows Impressionism has, from the beginning, been seen as an art of nature. Today, however, in the moment …
Bring the whole family to enjoy Teaching Artist-led activities in the Museum’s Family Resource Center. Explore the elements of art and architecture by creating a 3D paper sculpture inspired by …
START your holiday season with Wonder & Warm Hospitality! Bonestell Studios is pleased to invite you, family & friends to their “Holiday Open Studio,” SAT & SUN, DEC 3-4, 11 …
The Wildling Museum of Art and Nature is pleased to announce the return of its 11th Annual Holiday Marketplace. Visitors are invited to kick off the holiday season and celebrate …
CELEBRATE seasonal gift-giving in a FUN & FESTIVE art venue with Rod Baker’s unique, affordable, & artful gifts, seasonal snacks, a sculpture garden, glass studios, & glassblowing demos. Rod LOVES …
On Tuesday, December 6 we will host a panel comprised of Jeffrey Berkus, Dane Goodman, and Ginny Brush. They were all close with Barry and will be sharing personal anecdotes …
Come and enjoy live entertainment from Previously Committed on the steps of the historic Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and grab a delicious meal at happy hour price from one …