BUILDING A FUTURE WORTH REMEMBERING
David S. Bisol, Executive Director of the Santa Barbara Historical Museum, passed away on April 21, 2012, at the age of sixty.
The Santa Barbara historical community suffered a great loss with the passing of David Bisol. David had been active in local history circles since the age of sixteen and began his work at the Historical Museum in 1989, serving as Curator, Assistant Director and Executive Director. David brought incredible drive, creativity, and passion to what he often described as his “dream job.” His imaginative touch with exhibitions, his managerial expertise, and leadership inspired all who worked with him at the Museum. His loss is deeply felt.
A memorial service will be held by the Santa Barbara Historical Museum and his family in the courtyard of the Museum, 136 East De la Guerra Street, on Sunday, May 6, at 1 pm. The David S. Bisol Memorial Fund has been established by the Museum to receive donations on his behalf to continue his legacy of “building a future worth remembering.”
Tuesday through Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12-5pm, closed Monday
Guided Tours are offered on Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00pm
(Group tours at other times can be arranged through our Education Department)
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The SBHM offers educational programs at the Museum and outreach in the community. To make reservations for your group program or tour, please contact our Education Department at (805) 966-1601 ext 108 or e-mail education@sbhistorical.org.
Docents
Share your love of history and community by joining the Museum's docent program. Please contact our Education Department at (805) 966-1601 ext 108 or e-mail education@sbhistorical.org
Membership
Special events, exhibition openings and publications available to members and a 10% discount in the Museum Store. To inquire about becoming a member, please contact our Membership Department at 805-966-1601 ext. 110 or e-mail at membership@sbhistorical.org.
Our Historic House Museums are currently closed for restoration.
Marlene R. Miller
President
Robin Schutte
First Vice President
Lawrence T. Hammett
Second Vice President
William S. Burtness
Treasurer
David R. Martin
Secretary
Eric H. Boehm
George Burtness
Randall Fox
Sheila McGinity
Eleanor Van Cott
Trustee Emeritus
Staff
David S. Bisol, Executive Director
Douglas Diller, Acting Executive Director
Michael E.
Redmon, Director of Research
Rebekah P. Beveridge, Director of Education
Dan Calderon, Curator of Collections
Jeanne
Buchanan, Director of Membership
Loretta Reynolds, Director of Accounting
Dacia Harwood, Marketing/ Media Consultant
Nora Miller, Director of Visitor Services
Juan Cervantes, Director of Facilities
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