Past Programs

Adults

Artist Talks

MCASB offers several artist talks each year featuring visiting and local artists, scholars, curators, and other special guests. These conversations provide the Santa Barbara community with the opportunity to engage with exhibiting contemporary artists, learn about their processes and inspirations, and participate in creative, intellectual discussion.

To view past Artist Talks visit our YouTube channel!

Curated Cocktails

Enjoy Happy Hour with art, music, and friends at Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara during Curated Cocktails -- a popular culture and libations series, presented in conjunction with Downtown Santa Barbara’s monthly 1st Thursdays.

Located on the beautiful Paseo Nuevo Upper Arts Terrace in the heart of Santa Barbara, Curated Cocktails feature unique themes inspired by the current exhibitions.
Enjoy after-hours museum access, signature cocktails, DJ sets, and interactive art experiences.

Visiting Artist Series

MCASB’s Visiting Artist Series (VAS) pairs teaching artists with select non-profit organizations for (multi-visit) educational workshops that combine conversation and hands-on experimentation, inspire creativity and critical thinking, and promote meaningful engagement through contemporary art. Visiting Artist Series workshops can be held on site and off site.

To inquire about Visiting Artist Series (VAS) workshops please contact our Engagement Department at engagement@mcasantabarbara.org.

  • 05 Mar, 26
    Upcoming

    Paint at Paseo | March

    Thursday, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Join us and artists Jen V. Benitez on Thursday March 5th, for a 90-minute guided experience blending meditation and watercolor. We’ll begin…

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  • 13 Mar, 26
    Upcoming

    Seashell Adornment | Ancestral Healing & Jewelry Making

    Friday, 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    For generations, shells have served as vessels of beauty, memory and meaning. Many of us feel drawn to them without fully knowing…

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  • 20 Mar, 26
    Upcoming

    Lotus Bloom Circle – The Stem

    Friday, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Event Information The Blooming Philosophy Each Session of the Lotus Bloom Circle Series is guided by one of the Four Cycles of the…

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  • 24 Apr, 26
    Upcoming

    Lotus Bloom Circle – The Blossoms

    Friday, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Event Information The Blooming Philosophy Each Session of the Lotus Bloom Circle Series is guided by one of the Four Cycles of the…

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Past Events for Adults