Santa Barbara Museum Of Natural History is a history museum Santa Bárbara Santa Barbara County located in Santa Bárbara.
2559 Puesta del Sol (at Mission Canyon Rd) Santa Barbara , CA 93105 United States
A 72-foot Blue Whale skeleton that greets you upon entrance, and a planetarium . A relatively small museum , it’s not overwhelming, and perfect for a visit with kids. Read more
They boast a wide variety of exhibits , as well as a butterfly garden , and “Big Backyard ” which offers kids the chance to “climb, listen, build, dig” their way through trails along the Mission Creek.
The mammals exhibit is very educational and shows the current state of a species. The photo exhibit was an amazing experience with such powerful images
Drawing from data collected partly by NASA, the Magic Planet is a 4-foot globe that seems to float in space in the Space Lab. Its animations illustrate real world information in a captivating display.
Really interesting archaeological lectures are held here. Usually free.
Everything I love
Awesome butterfly exhibit !!
It's the oldest museum in Santa Barbara.
Laurel, Logan and Stella with Athena the owl
Free every third Sunday EXCEPT during the summer.
5 year old says: "I love the Robot Zoo exhibit !"
Great place to throw a party...been to a couple. Great space, scenic, patrons will be impressed. Plus it's right in the heart of Santa Barbara. - Kilho Park
This is a great place for young kids to explore and touch and older kids to learn about the ocean and the environmental impact. - Jenna North
Beautiful piece of Alta California history. There is an admissions fee for entry, but you can enjoy the grass area and have a picnic as well. - Kelley L.
Last entrance to the pavilion is 4:40 - Antoinette D
This wharf has easy parking. The Santa Barbara Shellfish Co. is a really good restaurant at the end. - Kelley L.