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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Third Thursday Studio | Crime and Remorse: Shadow Stories
Investigate the lighter side of your dark side with writer and artist Simon Kiefer who will help participants explore the gifts hidden in our shadows…
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Artist Talk | Beatriz Olabarrieta
London and Berlin-based artist Beatriz Olabarrieta will provide a performative Artist Talk in conjunction with her current exhibition on view at Museum of Contemporary Art…
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Curated Cocktails | A Holiday Affair
Join us for a special seasonal celebration at Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara on the beautiful Paseo Nuevo Upper Arts Terrace! Mingle with friends,…
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Third Thursday Studio | Copy or Appropriate: Steal this Art
Inspired by the exhibition Kota Ezawa: The Crime of Art, create original works of art using appropriated images including those that inform the work of…
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Artist Talk | Kota Ezawa
For the past 15 years Kota Ezawa has transformed films, videos, photographs, and paintings into digital animations, light box installations, and outdoor sculptures. In this…
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Last Look Brunch | Barry McGee: SB Mid Summer Intensive
Catch the final hours of Barry McGee: SB Mid Summer Intensive over coffee and pastries. Enjoy a light brunch on the terrace before a private…