Exhibitions discover explore experience Santa Monica History Museum is comprised of a main hall featuring curated exhibitions and six galleries exploring facets of regional history...
Online Exhibitions Online exhibitions are part of our mission to increase public access to our collections and to Santa Monica bay area history. View more...
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Throughout its history, Santa Monica has been described by many endearing phrases, among them “City by the Sea,” and “Jewel of the Sunset Bay.” Discover more about its history, the native people, the Tongva Gabrielino Native Americans, founders and more.
The Santa Monica History Museum’s mission is to collect, preserve and share the history and culture of Santa Monica for generations to come. We are the stewards of the rich history of the Santa Monica Bay area.
Be a part of Santa Monica’s history forever by having your name engraved on a leaf and permanently on display in the lobby of the Santa Monica History Museum. Giving a leaf is a wonderful gift to memorialize or honor a loved one, friend or business. When purchased as a gift, we will send an acknowledgement to your recipient.
The Santa Monica History Museum is the steward of the rich history of the Santa Monica Bay area. We are committed to enriching our community by providing public access to our extensive collection, with exhibitions, public programs, community partnerships and through archival and research services.
Our tours bring history to life through original photographs, artifacts and documents.
Great for school field trips or small groups of friends!
Come Explore, Discover and Experience our museum through our permanent and rotating exhibitions and enjoy our interactive exhibits, gift shop and so much more.
