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The Courage of Birds: Ways They Survive Winter
Tuesday, February 17
Presented by the Santa Barbara Audubon Society and the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
Pete Dunne, recipient of the American Birding Association’s Roger Tory...
7:00 PM–8:30 PM
Alien Worlds: Six-class Course
Thursday, February 19
Since their initial discovery 30 years ago, exoplanets have revolutionized our ideas of what other solar systems are like. From worlds that rain glass to potential water wo...
5:00 PM–6:00 PM
Free Admission at the Museum: SoCal Museums Free-For-All
Sunday, February 22
Enjoy the Museum's indoor and outdoor exhibits for free during the annual SoCal Museums Free-For-All on Sunday, February 22 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM! Connect with nature an...
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Shark Sundays
Sunday, February 22 – 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
Cocktails with a Curator: Sip & Sea
Thursday, February 26
Make a splash at this Members-only evening exploring the mysteries of the deep. Enjoy light bites and our signature ocean-inspired cocktail while chatting with Museum curat...
5:30 PM–7:00 PM
Shark Sundays
Sunday, March 1 – 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
Register Early for Summer Camps
Friday, March 6
Registration for Nature Adventures™ summer camps opens to Members at 3:00 PM on March 6! Explore offerings and details on our Nature Adventures page.
Not a Member yet...
3:00 PM–11:00 PM
Shark Sundays
Sunday, March 8 – 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
Science Pub: Cyborg Jellies Exploring Our Oceans
Monday, March 9
From shark tracking to oil spill mapping, marine research requires unique tools to gather data. In this free public talk, Caltech Ph.D. student Noa Yoder will introduce you...
6:30 PM–8:00 PM
Register for Summer Camps
Friday, March 13
General public registration for Nature Adventures™ summer camps opens at 3:00 PM on March 13! Explore offerings and details on our Nature Adventures page.
Members can...
3:00 PM–11:00 PM