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Beth Pratt: The Wild Wonder of California—and Beyond

Join us on Wednesday, December 2, 4 - 5 p.m. via Zoom for a fun conversation with conservation leader and author Beth Pratt as she shares tales of wild wonder from California and beyond. Enjoy photos and videos from her extensive encounters with animals including pika, frogs, mountain lions, bears, and more! She’ll talk about how we all need to be a part of fostering a coexistence ethic with wildlife, and what we can do in our own backyard to help wild animals thrive.

Beth will also lead participants through a couple of the exercises from her new book, I Heart Wildlife: A Guided Activity Journal for Connecting with the Wild World. Be sure to come with questions about your wild neighbors!

Past Programs/EventsRuben MislangDecember 2, 2020Beth Pratt

James Hines: Urban Wilderness & the Liberty Canyon Wildlife Overpass

Join us on Thursday, November 12, 2020, 4 - 5 p.m. for a virtual Zoom presentation by James Hines, Conservation Director for the Los Padres Chapter of the Sierra Club.

While serving as an activist for a wide range of conservation issues in the region and beyond, Hines’ presentation will largely focus on plans for the Wildlife Overpass at Liberty Canyon, a wildlife crossing planned in Agoura Hills that will provide a safe way for wildlife – including mountain lions, bobcats, coyotes, deer, and many other species – to cross the eight-lane 101 Freeway in Agoura Hills.

Nature Takes the Wheel: A Public Art Project with Upcycled Hubcaps

Nature Takes the Wheel marks the Wildling Museum’s first public art initiative in collaboration with the City of Buellton Arts and Culture Committee. The installation features more than 55 upcycled hubcaps on view now at the Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden and on display in the Wildling Museum’s windows through October 31, 2020.

Past Programs/EventsRuben MislangOctober 31, 2020Buellton, Stacey Thompson, Public Art

20th Anniversary Virtual Fundraiser - Join Us in Celebrating 20 Years of Art and Nature!

Help us celebrate 20 years of art and nature! Grab a glass of something delicious and join our first ever online fundraising event on Friday, October 16, 2020, 5 - 6 p.m.!

Past Programs/EventsRuben MislangOctober 16, 2020Fundraiser, Digital Programming

Holli Harmon: Musings of Califia and Beyond

The Wildling is thrilled to welcome artist Holli Harmon for our next Zoom presentation on Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at 4 p.m. Harmon previously exhibited at the Wildling Museum as part of The River's Journey in 2018 and on July 31st, she opens a new exhibition at Santa Barbara's Sullivan Goss Gallery featuring her most recent body of work, Califia.

We'll talk to Harmon about her artistic process and enjoy an up-close look at her many different techniques, including monoprinting, oil painting, mixed media, and more.

Past Programs/EventsRuben MislangJuly 29, 2020Holli Harmon, Digital Programming

Nic Stover: Adventures in California Nature Photography

Join us for a spectacular presentation by nature photographer Nic Stover on Tuesday, July 14 at 4 p.m. via Zoom!

Stover, whose work was highlighted in the Wildling Museum’s 2019 Celebrating the National Lands of California exhibition, will lead a discussion about his work capturing California’s Central Coast and beyond, including some of our state’s most iconic parks and landscapes.

Past Programs/EventsRuben MislangJune 29, 2020Nic Stover, photography, Digital Programming

James Studarus: Chasing the Northern Lights

Join us for a breathtaking presentation by night sky photographer James Studarus on Wednesday, June 24 at 4 p.m. via Zoom!

Studarus, whose timelapse video footage of the Aurora Borealis is included in our Starry Nights: Visions of the Night Sky exhibition, will lead a discussion about his experiences traveling the northernmost parts of the globe to capture the glow of the Northern Lights across Alaska, Canada, Iceland, Norway, and beyond.

CANCELLED: Noontime Concert with Opera Santa Barbara

Join the Wildling for a special Noontime Concert in the galleries with Opera Santa Barbara on Wednesday, March 25, 12 - 1 p.m.

This free concert will feature selections from Opera Santa Barbara’s upcoming production of Charles Gounod’s Romeo & Juliet and will include performances by Opera Santa Barbara’s four Chrisman Studio Artists: Julia Metzler, soprano; Kelly Guerra, mezzo; Chandler Johnson, tenor; and John Allen Nelson, baritone.

Past Programs/EventsRuben MislangMarch 25, 2020Opera Santa Barbara, Noontime Concert

CANCELLED: Deborah Kalas: The Wild Herd

Join us for a special presentation on Sunday, March 15, 2020, 3 - 4:30 p.m. by acclaimed equine author and photographer Deborah Kalas as she shares her background and highlights from her new book, The Wild Herd: A Vanishing American Treasure.

Books are available for purchase from the Wildling Museum Store.

Piedras Blancas Lighthouse, Elephant Seals & Cambria Day Trip

Join the Wildling on a day trip in partnership with Buellton Parks and Recreation to visit the incredible Piedras Blancas Lighthouse, see Elephant Seals on the coast, and enjoy stops in the creative towns of Cambria and Harmony on Tuesday, February 11, 2020, 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Past Programs/EventsRuben MislangFebruary 11, 2020Piedras Blancas, Elephant Seals, Cambria, Harmony

Valentine’s Perfume-Making Workshop with Susan Farber

Just in time for Valentine’s Day! Join us on Saturday, February 8, 2020 for a unique natural perfume workshop at the Wildling Museum, led by artisan perfumer and owner of Sol Aromatics, Susan Farber, MFT.

Two sessions offered: morning workshop 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or afternoon workshop 2 - 4:30 p.m.

Past Programs/EventsRuben MislangFebruary 8, 2020perfume, Valentine's Day, Susan Farber

Noontime Concert with Opera Santa Barbara

Join the Wildling for a special Noontime Concert in the galleries with Opera Santa Barbara on Wednesday, February 5, 12 - 1 p.m.

This free concert will feature selections from Opera Santa Barbara’s upcoming production of Daniel Catán’s Il Postino and will include performances by Opera Santa Barbara’s four Chrisman Studio Artists: Julia Metzler, soprano; Kelly Guerra, mezzo; Chandler Johnson, tenor; and John Allen Nelson, baritone.

Past Programs/EventsRuben MislangFebruary 5, 2020Opera Santa Barbara, Noontime Concert

Closing Weekend: Celebrating the National Lands of California

Join the Wildling for the closing weekend of Celebrating the Naitonal Lands of California on Sunday, January 19, 2020, 3 - 4:30 p.m. as we sit down with featured exhibition artists Patricia Hedrick, James Hodgson, Alan Sonneman (First Place), and Nancy Yaki (Third Place) for a fascinating panel discussion.

Learn about the artists' individual processes and inspiration, as well as their own personal experiences in California's national lands.

Holiday Family Day

The Wildling Museum of Art and Nature is pleased to announce Holiday Family Day, taking place Saturday, December 7, 2019 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Wildling Museum. Watch the Wildling’s holiday float in Solvang’s annual Julefest Parade at 11 a.m., then visit the museum to meet our parade characters and enjoy an afternoon of special holiday activities suitable for the whole family.

Beginning at 1 p.m. families are invited to stop by for a special meet and greet photo opportunity with the Wildling Snow Queen, courtesy of Parties and Paint by Kate, along with a polar bear. At 1:30 p.m. the Snow Queen will lead a winter-themed story time in the second floor Valley Oak gallery. Then, enjoy family crafts from 2 - 4 p.m. in the Barbara Goodall Education Center.

Past Programs/EventsRuben MislangDecember 7, 2019Julefest Parade, Solvang, Holidays, Christmas, Family

Descanso Gardens Day Trip

Join the Wildling on a day trip in partnership with Buellton Parks and Recreation to visit the incredible Descanso Gardens on Tuesday, December 3, 2019, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Experience the wonders of Descanso Gardens, home to North America’s largest camellia collection and many rare and beautiful plants from around the world. Visit the historic Boddy House and view art highlighting the intersection between contemporary arts and sciences in the Sturt Haaga Gallery as you walk the extensive grounds.

Past Programs/EventsRuben MislangDecember 3, 2019Descanso Gardens, Buellton, Day Trip

9th Annual Holiday Marketplace & Museum Store Sunday

Join us at the Wildling as we kick off the holiday season on Sunday, December 1, 2019, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.! Enjoy one-of-a-kind shopping featuring 15 talented local artisans and unique gifts that celebrate wildlife, nature, and the outdoors.

Past Programs/EventsRuben MislangDecember 1, 2019Holiday Marketplace, Museum Store

POSTPONED - Photography in Focus: A Panel Discussion with Susan Jørgensen, Michael Miner, Ana Phelps, and George Rose

Join the Wildling for an intriguing panel discussion on Sunday, October 27, 2019, 3 - 4:30 p.m. with photographers Susan Jørgensen, Michael Miner, Ana Phelps, and Celebrating the National Lands of California exhibition juror George Rose.

Learn about the photographers’ individual processes and inspiration, as well as the changing nature of photography as an art form.

White-Line Woodcut Workshop with Karen Schroeder

The Wildling Museum is excited to present a White-Line Woodcut Workshop led by Karen Schroeder. The workshop is Saturday, October 19, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Learn how to create a woodcut using a technique that was first used in Massachusetts during the early 20th century.

Past Programs/EventsRuben MislangOctober 19, 2019Karen Schroeder

Out There, In Here: A Night of Poetry, Spoken Word & Music

Join us on Friday, October 18, 2019, 6 - 7:30 p.m. for Out There, In Here: A Night of Poetry, Spoken Word & Music, a special gathering of voices celebrating our vital connection to the natural world – and to one another. Presenters include Doyle Hollister, Dorothy Gagner Jardin, Cynthia Carbone Ward, and music by Jim Brady.

The Art of Brunch 2019

You are invited to our third annual Art of Brunch fundraiser. Mark your calendar for Sunday, October 13, 2019!

Our brunch event is moving to the lovely K’Syrah Catering Venue, just a block from the Wildling. Enjoy watching artists at work, browse our silent auction, check out our famous mimosa and bloody mary bar while eating a delicious brunch in a charming, rustic atmosphere. Afterwards, stroll to the Wildling for a tour of the gallery!

Past Programs/EventsRuben MislangOctober 13, 2019Art of Brunch, Brunch, Solvang

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