Our Mission
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.
Must See Event
It is time for our 17th Annual Gala Fundraiser honoring this year’s CSM Silver Surfer honorees!
The 17th Annual Gala will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025 from 2-8 pm at the oceanfront Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, 101 Mission Ave, Oceanside, California. Overlooking there Oceanside Pier and the Pacific Ocean.
Our Latest Exhibit
A dual exhibition at the California Surf Museum and Oceanside Museum of Art, Surf Art: Exploring California’s Coastal Culture explores the deep-rooted influence of surfing on the artists and artwork inspired by the vibrant beach lifestyle.
These exhibits 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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Plan Your Visit
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.
About Us
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.
Our Impact
The museum has grown into a major attraction for Oceanside, San Diego County and Southern California.
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Surf Industry Hosted Events
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Rotating Exhibits
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Educational Outreach Programs
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