Special Events
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Several times a year, we host special events such as Shirley Temple Tea Parties, book signings, celebrations of city or business anniversaries and much more!
These events are hosted in our museum and all are welcome!
Previous Events
Patrick Moser – Surf & Rescue
Thursday August 4th – 5:30pm to 7pm
Author Patrick Moser discusses his new book “Surf & Rescue: George Freeth and the Birth of California Beach Culture,” which tells the story of mixed-race Hawaiian athlete George Freeth who brought surfing to Venice, California, in 1907.
2020 Shirley Temple Storybook Tea Party
Our decision to close the museum March 14th through March 31st does not currently affect Shirley Temple’s Storybook Tea Party & Exhibition. We are closely monitoring the situation and will keep you informed of any relevant updates. Shirley Temple’s Storybook Tea Party Courtesy Dave DeCaro, davelandweb.com You’re Invited to a Tea Party! Saturday, April 18, 2020Noon […]
2019 Shirley Temple Tea Party
This year’s Shirley Temple Tea Party theme is Storybook based on the story books read by Shirley Temple.
Book Signing – Santa Monica: A Look Back to 1902 from Today
Book SigningSanta Monica: A Look Back to 1902 from Today Click image to visit Book website DATE: May 24, 2018TIME: 6pm – 7pm Michael Murphy, the author of “Santa Monica: A Look back to 1902 from Today,” signs his book at the Santa Monica History Museum for a special event in conjunction with the Museum’s […]
Shirley Temple’s 90th Birthday Tea Party
Don’t miss this very special event and one-day-only exhibit of these historic cinematic treasures! Join us on Saturday, April 21st, 2018 from 12:00 to 2:30 PM for a tea party celebrating the 90th anniversary of Shirley Temple’s birth, featuring an exclusive one-day-only exhibit of her newly reunited Little Princess costume-ensemble, plus a selection of iconic […]
2018 Shirley Temple Birthday Tea
Shirley Temple’s 90th Birthday Tea Party Join us on Saturday, April 21st, 2018 from 12:00 to 2:30 PM for a tea party celebrating the 90th anniversary of Shirley Temple’s birth, featuring an exclusive one-day-only exhibit of her newly reunited Little Princess costume-ensemble, plus a selection of iconic dresses and never-before-displayed items. A delicious traditional tea […]
Girl Scout Birthday
Girl Scouts 105th Birthday Celebration! You’re invited to join us to celebrate the 105th birthday of the Girl Scouts of the USA! On Saturday, March 11th from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM the Santa Monica History Museum will offer half-price admission in honor of this special day. Cupcakes and lemonade will be available while supplies […]
City of Santa Monica Anniversary
Santa Monica Celebrates 141st Anniversary in 2016! The Santa Monica History Museum is excited to announce it will hold a special celebration to honor the 141st anniversary of the city of Santa Monica from 10:00am to 5:00pm on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at the Santa Monica History Museum. The celebration will include free sweet treats […]
Women In History Program, March 2012
“A Tribute to Dynamic Women of the Past”. among them Arcadia Bandini de Baker,wife of the co-founder of Santa Monica, will be co-sponsored by the Santa Monica History Museum and the Santa Monica Bay Woman’s Club, Sunday, March 18, 2012 from 2pm to 4pm at 1350 7th Street. The Status of Women Commission photo posters […]
FolkWorks Concert – 02/02/2013
A night of celebrating wedding music from many cultures. Come celebrate Candlemas, Imbolc, Lughnasadh & the Sainted Groundhog Day!