Carly Lindblad: The Legends and Local History of Saint Barbara
Noozhawk
September 28, 2026
If you've ever wondered why our city carries the name of a saint most of us know little about, Neal Graffy has you covered. His talk "Finding Saint Barbara" drew a sold-out crowd to the Santa Barbara Historical Museum on Wednesday, walking folks through the artwork and landmarks tied to our patron saint — and the legends behind them.
The exhibit of the same name digs into where the story began, and it's a lovely reminder that our town's history runs deeper than the Mission's towers and State Street strolls. Noozhawk's Carly Lindblad has the details.
Whether you're a lifelong local or a recent arrival, this is a chance to understand the name we all say every day. Keep an eye out for the exhibit — it's worth an afternoon.
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