February 9, 2026 Date
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Spring Break Camps Begin
Monday, March 30
Nature Adventures™ spring break camps begin March 30! Explore offerings and details on our Nature Adventures page.
10:00 AM–3:00 PM
A Year in the Life of North American Woodpeckers
Tuesday, March 31
Presented by the Santa Barbara Audubon Society and the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
Back by popular demand following his outstanding presentation in May of 2025...
7:00 PM–8:30 PM
Last Day to Apply to Teen Internships
Friday, April 3
Quasars to Sea Stars is a three-to-four-year work/research/volunteer program for high school teens. Participants take museum studies classes, learn from professional scient...
7:00 AM–11:59 PM
Storytime at the Sea Center
Sunday, April 5 – 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
Shark Sundays
Sunday, April 5 – 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
Star Party
Saturday, April 11
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
Storytime at the Sea Center
Sunday, April 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
Shark Sundays
Sunday, April 12 – 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
Atmosphere of Venus: Astronomy After Hours for Members
Friday, April 17
Members, join us for exclusive access to the Gladwin Planetarium! Each quarter, our Astronomy Programs presenters will guide you through a special topic presentation with a...
5:30 PM–6:20 PM
Beach Cleanup
Sunday, April 19
Be part of the solution to marine pollution! Come gain community with fellow ocean-lovers, and earn community service hours if you need them to graduate.
Meet us on East Be...
10:00 AM–12:00 PM