Special Events

We host a diversity of programmatic opportunities, open to the entire community.

Special events are hosted events in our museum. They include exhibition premiers, discussion panels and other community gatherings.

What’s Coming Next

At the Table: Exploring Food, Family, and Our Shared Histories

Presented by two longtime friends, through storytelling, images, and guided reflection, we explore how traditions are passed down, evolve over time, and serve as a powerful bridge between generations and communities.

July 18, 2026 11am-1pm

Unidad Screening

Screening of the film “UNIDAD”. A documentary that tells the story of the Los Angeles organization Gay & Lesbian Latinos Unidos (GLLU)

Dia de los Muertos 2023

The Santa Monica History Museum hosts students from local high schools as we honor Dia de los Muertos. Students share altars honoring family and friends. The rich tradition of Dia de los Muertos is a rare opportunity to spend time with loved ones who have passed away as well as being a time to process their loss and remember. Dia de los Muertos is not a mournful commemoration but a joyous, colorful celebration of life and memory.

Dia de los Muertos 2022

Mac & Cheese Fundraiser

Mac & Cheese Fundraiser A Comfort Food Cook-Along Join us and Santa Monica native, Chef Casey Corn, for a comfort food cook-along and demo of her famous MAC & CHEESE! Wednesday, January 27 at 5 pm PST 1 hour on zoom! Cook-along with Casey – you’ll get a list of ingredients to purchase before the event or simply watch the demo and ask questions! Invite your friends and family to join! Included in the price of your ticket, you will receive a digital download of Casey’s new cookbook: MARCH MACNESS Tickets only $59! all proceeds go to support the Santa […]

Virtual Wine Tasting – 2020

Virtual Wine Tasting hosted by Enjoy a tasting of three Margerum wines delivered directly to your home! Join us November 12th at 6 PM We are excited to co-host this event with Margerum Wine Company as a unique and fun way to gather with family and friends, taste and learn about their fabulous wines and help support us in Keeping History Alive! BUY TICKETS to guarantee your wine arrives in time for the tasting, order by November 5th Full details and ordering information can be found on Margerum Wine Company‘s website. The wine tasting event will be held on Zoom! […]