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Updated December 2022 It’s hard to believe that the Santa Barbara Museum of Art’s original building was the town’s post office that had survived the 1925 earthquake. After more than seven renovations and additions, what are the best things about … Continue reading
California is not particularly known for being a bargain! Our guide to 10 free things to do around Santa Barbara shows how you can have some fun during any season without breaking the bank. Enjoy some of these ideas, and … Continue reading
With so many museums in Santa Barbara, how do you choose? Here are 5 reasons to visit the Museum of Contemporary Art in Santa Barbara (MCASB). It’s a little tricky to find as it’s on the second floor of the … Continue reading
Spanish Franciscan priests built 21 missions along the California coast in the late 1700s, but only Old Mission Santa Barbara, dedicated in 1876, has been under the continuous guidance of the Franciscan Friars. That’s just one of the many historical … Continue reading
Whether or not you are an admirer of the late President Ronald Reagan, there is something for everyone at the impressive Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California, just a one-hour drive from the Eagle Inn. There are both … Continue reading
Why is an examination of the sea and the ships that traverse it so fascinating? Those who have fantasized about navigating the ocean have probably read and been inspired by The Sea Wolf by Jack London or The Old Man … Continue reading
Santa Barbara’s culture can be found in more than the vineyards and wine-tasting rooms. The city has a healthy dose of science, art, and history museums. Plus, as most California fourth-graders know, it’s home to one of the state’s missions. … Continue reading
