The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) will hold its Heist at the Harbor online auction Feb. 22-March 7, offering more than 50 items from experiences to artwork. To view items and bid, visit, https://auctria.events/Heist2024.

Items available for bidding include a two-night stay at the Sunstone Winery Villa; Sun Valley getaway, luxury polo experience; Stardust Sportfishing Adventure; golf and lunch or breakfast for four at the Alisal Ranch; and a taste of the breakwater package with items donated by harbor merchants.

Several items showcase SBMM’s talented staff including a palette painting class for children hosted by SBMM Curator Emily Falke and retro beach surf prints by SBMM graphic designer Dennis Schuett.

“The goal was to put together creative and exciting experiences that would get people enthusiastic not just about the items but about the museum,” said Sigrid Toye, Heist at the Harbor co-chair.

Funds raised allow the museum to provide diverse educational opportunities and showcase exciting exhibits, all while highlighting 13,000 years of maritime history.

“I’m honored to support and help build such an incredible auction we can share with our Santa Barbara community,” said Cindy Makela, Heist at the Harbor co-chair. “And I am especially excited about the range of items we have in this auction as they provide for fun experiences and the opportunity to make memories with family and friends.”

The Heist at the Harbor online auction is being held in advance of the museum’s annual gala event that will honor Robyn Parker and Marie L Morrisroe, who will both receive the museum’s inaugural Admiral’s Award on March 8. The gala is sold out.

“Our work is so much about engaging with the community and providing opportunities for us all to come together in support of maritime history and the Santa Barbara Channel,” said Jessica Tade, SBMM deputy director. “We are grateful for the support we receive everyday and thankful to the community for bolstering our work.”

Learn more about the auction at sbmm.org.