The California Surf Museum serves as an international repository and resource center on the lifestyle sport of surfing by capturing, preserving, and chronicling its art, culture and heritage for the education and enjoyment of current and future generations.
Our Latest Exhibit
A dual exhibition at the California Surf Museum and Oceanside Museum of Art, Surf Art: Exploring California’s Coastal Culture
These exhibits explore the deep-rooted influence of surfing on the artists and the artwork inspired by the vibrant beach lifestyle. feature a variety of media, from traditional art making methods to works in resin, murals, surfboards, graphic art, sculpture, or fabric, all with the goal to convey the creative power that all artists experience, on or off the wave.
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CSM welcomes groups to the museum!
Whether you are an elementary school, YMCA, surf club, high school, historical society, military cadre, college, holiday travel tour or private group, we can tailor a custom tour experience to meet your interests, time frame and knowledge level.
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About the California Surf Museum
The California Surf Museum was founded in 1986 and has been in operation for over three decades serving tens of thousands of annual visitors from over 40 nations annually.
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When you become a CSM member you join a passionate community of surfing enthusiasts dedicated to sustaining our vibrant series of captivating new exhibits, film premieres, book signings, educational lectures, and live music events.
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