Santa Monica History Museum – DEMO SITE ONLY
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Keeping History Alive!
Join us from 3 PM to 4:30 PM on Saturday, July 20 as we invite a panel of experts from the California Historic Route 66 Association to explore the intricate history of California’s Route 66 and some of the most memorable stops along the way. Panel Speakers: Scott Piotrowski – Born outside of Cleveland, Scott Piotrowski moved […]
A lecture with Michael Murphy, Jens Lucking and Stephen Anaya about their book and exhibition “Santa Monica Pleasure Pier: A Look Back to 1917 From Today.”
To illustrate the Route’s history, the exhibition features artifacts such as early driving guides, iconic signage and ephemera, and historic photographs from the Santa Monica History Museum Collection.
Join us in this year’s celebration of two honorees: Professor Hildreth (Hal) Walker, Jr. and The 90th Anniversary of Santa Monica College
This year’s Shirley Temple Tea Party theme is Storybook based on the story books read by Shirley Temple.
The Santa Monica Public Library and the Santa Monica History Museum have partnered to give viewers a peek into the extensive photographic archives of each institution. Each houses a diverse selection of photographers and subjects that capture the rich history of the Santa Monica Bay area.
Join us on Saturday, March 16th, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM as we host a free panel discussion focusing on the history of local women’s service organizations, including: The Philomatheans The Santa Monica Bay Woman’s Club Santa Monica Chapter IT of P.E.O. International This discussion is free of charge, and includes free access to our galleries. […]
Discover the History: Santa Monica Aviation, January 10th! On Thursday, January 10th at 6:30 PM, join us for a very special panel discussion as we explore Santa Monica Aviation. The panel of experts will speak for 1 hour on the topic and, afterwards, will engage in a 30 minute Q&A with the audience. Panel Speakers: Randy […]
This exhibition presents the early history of the airport and its development over the years. Photographs of the World Cruisers, Amelia Earhart, and Douglas employees and artifacts of Douglas Aircraft plane parts, radios, and flight suits are on display.
We celebrate and honor the men and women on our past board who spearheaded and ran the Capital Campaign raising the funds needed to open the doors to our Museum’s new home.
