“Rincon Point and the California Dream” featuring Stephen Bates and Vince Burns, co-authors of the book Rincon Point. Bates and Burns will discuss Rincon Point’s history and transformation into the surfer’s haven and iconic beachfront it is today.

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is pleased to present the July offering of its Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series “Rincon Point and the California Dream” featuring Stephen Bates and Vince Burns, co-authors of the book Rincon Point. Bates and Burns will discuss Rincon Point’s history and transformation into the surfer’s haven and iconic beachfront it is today. Rincon Point is a peninsula on the boundary between Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. Known for its exceptional surfing, Rincon has inspired music and movies from the Beach Boys to Gidget. Yet, Rincon’s legacy extends far beyond its legendary waves, encompassing centuries of conquest, displacement, economic upheaval, and environmental change.