Upcoming Events
Saturday, September 12 – Ongoing
Join us for fun, learning, and a splash of ocean magic as Sea Center staff and volunteers share stories of the sea in the middle of our Dive In exhibit. All ages are welcom...
10:30 AM–10:45 AM
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
Sunday, September 13 – Ongoing
Join us for fun, learning, and a splash of ocean magic as Sea Center staff and volunteers share stories of the sea in the middle of our Dive In exhibit. All ages are welcom...
10:30 AM–10:45 AM
Sunday, September 13
All are invited to attend a special opportunity to meet PBS Kids character Buddy the Dinosaur! Budson "Buddy" Rexander is an orphaned young Tyrannosaurus rex who was separa...
10:30 AM–1:00 PM
Sunday, September 13 – Ongoing
Learn about shark biology from our experts as they make sure the animals in Shark Cove at the Sea Center are healthy and satisfied. Enjoy a 15-minute interpretive talk by a...
11:30 AM–11:45 AM
Monday, September 14
Fire, like all forces of nature, has shaped and continues to shape the landscapes and the built environments that all Californians—two-legged, finned, feathered, and...
6:30 PM–8:00 PM
Tuesday, September 15
Want to share your interests in nature and science? This is the place for you! Meet and mingle with staff and volunteers and enjoy light refreshments as you learn about vol...
10:00 AM–11:30 AM
Wednesday, September 16
On Wednesday, September 16, the Sea Center on Stearns Wharf will be closed for our annual staff retreat. The Museum will be open as usual, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM.
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
