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CSM was founded in February, 1986 when architect/surfer Stuart Resor appeared in a local newspaper article and invited interested people to found a museum to honor the history of surfing. Thirteen various folks showed up, formed a board of directors, and went to work! Looking for a place to call home, CSM was first based in an Encinitas restaurant (George's, owned by co-founder Jane Schmauss), then had a one-year stint in it's own showcase in Moonlight Plaza in Encinitas, two years in the Promenade Plaza in Pacific Beach, 6 1/2 years in a tumbledown shack across from the pier in Oceanside, and finally our spacious current location on the Coast Highway in downtown Oceanside, where we've been housed since 1996. Whew! What a ride!
Mission Statement
CSM's goal is to serve as an international repository and resource center on the lifestyle sport of surfing, through capturing, perserving and chronicling its art, culture and heritage for the education and enjoyment of future generations.
Membership
CSM Membership includes a CSM logo item of your choice; T-shirt, coffee mug, or baseball cap. As a member, you will receive a quarterly newsletter, which will apprise you of upcoming activities, fundraisers, special events, board meetings and members-only opportunities. You are hereby entitled to a 20% discount on most gift shop purchases.
Involvement
CSM's Annual Meeting (open to all) is a casual gathering at a local restaurant. A recap of the past year's events and highlights presented, and a broad plan for upcoming activities is discussed. Election of new board members and officers takes place at this time. A Board Member is a motivated CSM member who has attended at least three regular board meetings throughout the past year, and has a willingness to help direct museum activities for a minimum of two years. We always welcome people with varied backgrounds, including professional expertise, to a assist and guide us in achieving our goals.
Helping Hands Help is alwyas needed for our many events, from the changing out of the previous exhibit, to setting up off-site promotional displays...even voluteering as a guide at the museum itself. Your efforts will be rewarded far beyond expectation - you'll meet fascinating people and learn a great deal more than you thought possible about this colorful lifestyle!
Now you know everything about the California Surf Museum! It is because of our strong membership base that we are able to continue to collect and preserve surfing history, all the while celebrating the only sport that has crafted an extraordinary lifestyle in America and throughout the world! The fun begins with your membership!
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