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.
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.
Past Events for Adults
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In Conversation | Exhibition Makers Vol. 3
Have you ever wondered what it takes to make an exhibition? Alexandra Terry, Associate Curator and curator of the exhibition Bloom Projects: Brian Rochefort, Absorption…
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CANCELLED | Third Thursday Studio | Alchemy: Bath Bombs and More
*Note that this event has unfortunately been cancelled* Come play with soap, scents, and suds and create bath bombs inspired by the explosively colorful vessels…
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contemporary art UNLOCKED
How do you “read” art? Learn to look closely and brush up on your visual literacy skills in our new series of monthly one-hour art…
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Curated Cocktails | Summer Nights with KCRW
Contemporary art. Cocktails. KCRW DJs. Interactive art experiences. Enjoy a summer night art party at Curated Cocktails: Summer Nights with KCRW, an unforgettable evening of art…
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Last Look | Abaseh Mirvali & Special Guest Deji Bryce Olukuton
Reflect upon James Benning: Quilts, Cigarettes & Dirt (Portraits of America) in its final hours over a glass of wine. Enjoy refreshments on the terrace…
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Contemporary Art UNLOCKED
How do you “read” art? Learn to look closely and brush up on your visual literacy skills in our monthly one-hour art appreciation meetup. Join…