Montarioso: Historic Tales from Franceschi House, Part I
Meet the minds behind the beauty of the historic Franceschi House.
Our Santa Barbara
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Holiday Happenings 100 Years Ago
The Recreation Center provided a place to go and entertainment for all.
The Scorpio Club
Astrologers tell us that those born under the sign of Scorpio are ambitious, hardworking, strong, confident, passionate, and determined. Powerful.
The Post-Earthquake Leadership of Bernhard Hoffmann
Despite difficulty, “the man who restored Quake City” left a legacy.
Bernhard and Irene Hoffmann: Community Visionaries a Century Ago
How Bernhard and Irene Hoffmann left their mark on Santa Barbara.
April 1904: The Whole World Was Watching
Santa Barbara’s charms were on display at the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair.
A Tile Tale: Ernest Batchelder’s Telling Tiles
The striking artistic tiles are prized emblems in homes throughout California.
Of Hearts and Flowers: The St. Cecilia Society
The volunteer organization has changed with the times.
A Guide to Santa Barbara, Circa 1872
Santa Barbara has attracted visitors since its beginnings.
In Praise of the Porch
The timeless pleasure of the porch beckons us to slow down.
