Santa Barbara Historical Museum, History museum in downtown Santa Barbara, United States.
The Santa Barbara Historical Museum contains galleries with paintings, artifacts, furniture, textiles, decorative arts and traditional costumes spanning five centuries.
Founded in 1932 by the Santa Barbara Historical Society, the museum has preserved local heritage through extensive collections and educational programs.
The museum exhibits document the evolution from Chumash settlements through Spanish colonial period to American era, with artifacts from each civilization.
Located at 136 East De la Guerra Street, the museum welcomes visitors Wednesday through Sunday from noon until 5 PM, with extended hours on Thursdays.
Two original adobe buildings from 1817 and 1836 remain preserved in the museum's lower courtyard as examples of early California architecture.
Location: Santa Barbara County
Inception: 1932
Operator: Santa Barbara Historical Society
Phone: +18059661601
Website: http://santabarbaramuseum.com
GPS coordinates: 34.42153,-119.69729
Latest update: September 20, 2025 21:00
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