About the Fernald Mansion The new home to which Charles Fernald and family moved in 1864 bears little resemblance to … READ MORE
Queen on the Hill
A Virtual Exhibition Generously Sponsored By John C. Woodward High on a hill overlooking Santa Barbara is the community’s most … READ MORE
mission photos
Photographs Among the well over 100,000 photographic images in the collection of the Gledhill Library at the Santa Barbara Historical … READ MORE
Hill-Carrillo Adobe
Experience one of Santa Barbara’s most beloved adobes… Currently closed to the public Satellite exhibits at the Historic Hill-Carrillo Adobe The … READ MORE
Henry Chapman Ford
Henry Chapman Ford The Museum Collection Watch virtual tour HERE. The beginnings of Santa Barbara as a significant art colony … READ MORE
Capturing the West: The Artistry of Josef Muench
Capturing The West: The Artistry of Josef Muench Explore our exhibition highlighting the extraordinary work of Josef Muench. The photographic … READ MORE
Great Photographers in Santa Barbara History: Gledhill Library Collection, 1860-1960
Opening May 2 Great Photographers in Santa Barbara History Gledhill Library Collection 1860-1960 The exhibition will highlight the Museum’s collection … READ MORE
Story of Santa Barbara
Ongoing The Story of Santa Barbara The Museum’s galleries showcase our extensive collection of paintings, furniture, saddles, decorative arts, and … READ MORE
Trusted Treasures: Favorite Works of Our Trustees
Open through May, 2019 Trusted Treasures: Favorite Works of Our Trustees Santa Barbara has enjoyed a reputation as a significant … READ MORE