Channel Islands Exhibit February 7, 2010

This unique exhibit describe the histories of six of the eight Channel Islands: San Miguel, San Nicolas, Santa Cruz, Santa Barbara, Santa Rosa, and Anacapa. A rich variety of artifacts, photographs, and graphic images present the fascinating stories of the people who lived and worked on these islands, as well as ranching operations, silent film production, smuggling, Chinese fish camps, and more. In the future: Push-buttons will soon give a sensory impression of some of the natural elements experienced by island inhabitants, and an interactive 3-D map depicting the topography and maritime facts relating to these beautiful islands.