Santa Maria Attractions Near Santa Maria Terrace Senior Living
Santa Maria Terrace Senior Living is centrally located in the charming City of Santa Maria, California. The Santa Maria Valley is nestled in the foothills of Santa Barbara County wine country. Located in the heart of California's Central Coast, here you will discover beautiful scenery, championship golf courses, national theater, bird watching, pristine beaches, performing arts, world famous barbecue, succulent strawberries, nearby missions, hiking, festivals, family events, and award winning wineries located along the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail.
Santa Barbara County takes pride in its extraordinary number of acclaimed artistic and cultural attractions. With numerous museums, galleries, and a year-round selection of internationally recognized performing arts, dance, music, visual arts and theater, Santa Barbara County is emerging as a coastal cultural empire.
Local Museums
Santa Maria itself hosts a variety of museums such as:
The Natural History Museum - Families and kids of all ages will enjoy the Natural History Museum in Santa Maria "Where natural history comes to life"! See interesting displays of natural history artifacts from the area. You’ll find rock and fossil exhibits, native bird displays, a life-size T-Rex skull, and even a real bat room. Watch a short video on the geologic history of the Santa Maria Valley from Prehistoric times to modern times. Work with the interactive plate tectonics kiosk which demonstrates global sea levels and temperatures through time as well. On the first Saturday of each the month, visit with "live" animals. Museum Hours are Wednesday-Saturday 11 am to 4 pm and Sunday 1 pm to 4 pm. Admission is free. To reach the museum call (805) 614-0806.
Santa Maria Valley Historical Society Museum - For a glimpse into the history of Santa Maria and the people who settled here, visit the Santa Maria Valley Historical Museum. The museum preserves the history and nostalgia of the city with pictures, artifacts, and valley memorabilia. Ask about the Historic Walking Tours. Admission is free. They are located at 616 South Broadway, Santa Maria and their telephone number is (805) 922-3130.
Santa Maria Valley Railway Historical Museum - The Santa Maria Valley Railway Historical Museum, founded as a non-profit, educational museum, is dedicated to the preservation of the railroad heritage of California, the Central Coast, and the Santa Maria Valley. Admission is free. The Museum is located in the Santa Maria Town Center, at the corner of East Main Street and Broadway. Their telephone number is (805) 937-5438.
The Foxen Canyon Wine Trail is home to some of the most accomplished winemakers in California, where you will find a diverse selection of world class wines. The South of the trail is dominated by full-bodied Rhone style wines where the inland climate is much warmer and where you will find syrah, grenache, and viognier. In the North, the Burgundy styles are more readily available, where the cooler maritime influence creates a climate perfect for pinot noir and chardonnay.
This is, however, California and that means a greater diversity of other varietals such as sauvignon blanc, negrette, sylvaner, sangiovese, cabernet franc can also be found on the tasting lists.
The Foxen Canyon Wine Trail Association is represented by all of the wineries with a focus on quality. Knowledgeable staff, a relaxed, yet professional atmosphere as well as stunning scenery, add to the complete experience. Bring a picnic lunch (or dinner) and spend the day learning more about what makes this region unique.
Throughout the year numerous events are held in this area of Santa Barbara County including Trail Association events.
To learn more about the many local museums, wineries, performing arts centers, and upcoming events, visit our local chamber of commerce website at www.santamaria.com
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