Casa Dolores

Casa Dolores is a museum in Santa Barbara that houses over 6,000 objects made from clay, wood, ceramic, natural fibers, leather, paper, glass, and tin. The collection features handcrafted works from various regions across Mexico.

The museum is located in the Botiller Adobe, a building from 1843 that is the oldest two-story adobe structure in Santa Barbara. The house remained in the Botiller family's possession for many years before becoming an art museum.

The museum displays works from different Mexican regions, allowing visitors to experience the craft traditions and regional characteristics firsthand. The pieces on display tell stories of everyday skills and the artistic heritage of Mexican communities.

The museum offers temporary exhibitions, art workshops, presentations, film series, and public events for the community throughout the year. Visitors should plan ahead as the program changes regularly and special events occur at different times of the season.

The collection features works by respected Mexican artists such as Josefina Aguilar and Teodora Blanco, whose handcrafting techniques reflect generations of skill. These artists developed their distinctive styles without formal art education, and their creations are now found in museums around the world.