The Channel Islands Maritime Museum will be a hub of activity and fun on Father’s Day, June 19, 2022, as it celebrates the day with “Classics by the Sea.” This family-friendly event will feature a wonderful display of woodies and classic cars of all vintages, many one-of-a-kind, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Museum will also be hosting its unique annual maritime treasure sale including used books, ship models and art. The event will feature live music and food (for purchase) will also be available.

Inside of the Museum, there will be knot-tying demonstrations and the Museum’s current temporary exhibitions, 71%- Honoring Vital Waters and Chouinard Art, will also be available for viewing.

All outdoor activities are free to the public. Regular Museum admission fees apply inside of the Museum. Active members of the military (with ID) and children 5 years old and younger receive free admission to the Museum. The Museum gift shop, BlueFin Gifts, will be open during the event as well (there is no admission fee to enter the gift shop only).

About the Channel Islands Maritime Museum

Founded in 1991 and located in Oxnard’s Channel Islands Harbor, the Museum’s galleries feature rare and beautiful maritime paintings dating back to the 1600s, more than sixty world-class models of historic ships, rotating thematic fine art exhibitions, and interactive exhibits that encourage visitors to expand their horizons about everything maritime. The Museum is currently open Thursday-Monday from 12 pm to 4 pm.