Santa Barbara’s Black History in Brief
The “Santa Barbara African American and Black Historic Context Statement” provides an extensive thumbnail sketch of Santa Barbara over the centuries.
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History and Hospitality at The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern
The chic Los Olivos resort melds vintage charm with modern luxury.
Santa Barbara Earthquake Survivor Stories
Historian Betsy J. Green’s lecture series focuses on firsthand accounts of June 29, 1925.
Santa Barbara Genealogical Society’s Earthquake Exhibit Centers People
The “Stories and Lives Remembered” exhibit introduces us to earthquake survivors and
victims.
Touring the 1925 Santa Barbara Earthquake Aftermath
A look at what remained, and who was gone, when the shaking stopped.
Santa Barbara’s Old Earthquake Yields New Discoveries
Insights emerge as the city celebrates 100-year anniversary of 1925 temblor with an event series.
In the House of His Childhood
An oral history interview with John Hollister Wheelwright (1934-2025).
What Ever Happened to Castle Rock?
Here’s the story of what happened to Santa Barbara’s historic Castillo (Castle) Rock.
San Roque History and Historic Resource Survey Project Begins
Residents are asked to email relevant historic information to City staff by April 30.
The Lompoc Connection
From stagecoaches to trains; the early route of Santa Barbara County.
