UPCOMING EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

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  Thu, Jun 18

  Members Only Event - "Conversations With Art," led by Helane Rheingold / 

  Channel Islands Maritime Museum

  Details & Tickets

  Jun 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

  Channel Islands Maritime Museum, 3900 Bluefin Cir, Oxnard, CA 93035, USA

  Come enjoy an intimate conversation about seascapes with master educator Helane Rheingold. Limited to just 40 members, this engaging round-table invites fresh interpretations, interactions & shared discovery about paintings from our collection & beyond. Come experience & explore!
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  Sun, Jun 21

  Father's Day Classics by the Sea 2026 / 

  Channel Islands Maritime Museum

  Details & RSVP

  Jun 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

  Channel Islands Maritime Museum, 3900 Bluefin Cir, Oxnard, CA 93035, USA

  Bring Dad down to Channel Islands Harbor to enjoy a great day of cars, food, music, art, and our annual aloha shirt contest! Don't miss out on all of the fun!
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  Sat, Jun 27

  Girls Adventure Sail Day / 

  Channel Islands Maritime Museum

  Details & RSVP

  Jun 27, 2026, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM

  Channel Islands Maritime Museum, 3900 Bluefin Cir, Oxnard, CA 93035, USA

  Designed for Ventura County girls ages 9–14, Join us for an unforgettable experience! Participants will explore sailing history at the museum, set sail aboard the tall ship Mystic Whaler and private sailboats, meet inspiring women in maritime careers and learn sailing basics & ocean stewardship.
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  Tue, Jul 14

  Ship Model Guild Kickoff! / 

  Channel Islands Maritime Museum

  Details & RSVP

  Jul 14, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

  Channel Islands Maritime Museum, 3900 Bluefin Cir, Oxnard, CA 93035, USA

  The Ship Model Guild returns to CIMM! Whether you’re an experienced builder or simply curious about the art of ship modeling, this welcoming group offers a chance to connect with fellow modelers, share projects, exchange tips and learn new techniques together each month.
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  Thu, Jul 16

  Speaker Series - Seascape Painting Demonstration with Jem Atwater / 

  Channel Islands Maritime Museum

  Details & Tickets

  Jul 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

  Channel Islands Maritime Museum, 3900 Bluefin Cir, Oxnard, CA 93035, USA

  Join us for an inspiring evening with Ventura-based painter and educator Jem Atwater as she shares her artistic process, creative philosophy and passion for plein air painting.
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  Sat, Sep 19

  Chowderfest 2026 / 

  Channel Islands Maritime Museum

  Details & Tickets

  Sep 19, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

  Channel Islands Maritime Museum, 3900 Bluefin Cir, Oxnard, CA 93035, USA

  Get ready for an afternoon of delicious chowder, live music and coastal vibes at the 7th Annual Chowderfest at the Channel Islands Maritime Museum! Sample mouthwatering chowders from top local restaurants, sip on craft beer & wine, tour the museum and vote for your favorite bowl.
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  Sat, Jun 06

  Artist Reception for Jem Atwater / 

  Channel Islands Maritime Museum

  Details

  Jun 06, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

  Channel Islands Maritime Museum, 3900 Bluefin Cir, Oxnard, CA 93035, USA

  Join us for an evening with Ventura-based artist Jem Atwater as we celebrate her new exhibition at CIMM made up of luminous coastal & landscape paintings inspired by the beauty of our local area. Meet the artist, explore her work and experience the places we know and love through her lovely art.