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
Previous Exhibitions
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
Trusted Treasures: Favorite Works of Our Trustees
Open through May, 2019 Trusted Treasures: Favorite Works of Our TrusteesSanta Barbara has enjoyed a reputation as a significant art … READ MORE
The West-Dressed Woman
Open through April 15, 2019 The West-Dressed WomanThe exhibition features some of the finest and most interesting pieces from the … READ MORE
Before The Selfie: The Gledhill Portraits
Portraits by Carolyn & Edwin Gledhill 1906-1944 The exhibition features portraits of culturally and socially influential figures from Santa Barbara’s … READ MORE
Hidden Treasures – Staff Favorites
What do a lamp made out of seashells, a delicate hand-painted fan, a rifle from 1850, and a leather guitar … READ MORE
Project Fiesta!
Through September 22 Join us for our latest installation of “Project Fiesta: A History of Old Spanish Days” In celebration … READ MORE
In The Saddle
In the Saddle: Horses, Santa Barbara, and the Way of the West April 20 – September 3, 2017 Our visitors experienced … READ MORE