A Glimpse into Santa Barbara’s Hispanic Heritage, 1850-1950
Schedule
Sun Sep 29 2024 at 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm
Location
Santa Barbara Public Library | Santa Barbara, CA
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We are thrilled to present a preview of our upcoming exhibit, "A Glimpse into Santa Barbara’s Hispanic Heritage, 1850-1950," at the Santa Barbara Public Library. The exhibit will run from September 29 through October 30, with an opening reception on Sunday, September 29 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in the Faulkner Side Gallery.This exhibit highlights the lives and cultural contributions of Santa Barbara’s Hispanic families from 1850 to 1950. Through photographs and personal stories, attendees will get a sneak peek of the larger exhibit, which will debut in September 2025 at the Sahyun Genealogical Library.
During the opening reception, exhibit participants will be present to share stories about their ancestors and offer unique insights into the creation of the exhibit. Genealogists from SBCGS will also be available for on-the-spot genealogy lookups, offering visitors the chance to begin their own family history research.
The reception is free and open to the public. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with the local genealogical community, learn about Santa Barbara’s Hispanic heritage, and explore your own family’s history.
This exhibit is in partnership with the Santa Barbara Public Library and their Raíces y Sueños program.
For more information, please contact [email protected].
Photo courtesy of the Carpinteria Valley Museum of History.
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Where is it happening?
Santa Barbara Public Library, 40 E. Anapamu St. Santa Barbara, CA,Santa Barbara,CA,United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays: