Explore Ecology is a Santa Barbara nonprofit dedicated to inspiring our community to care for the planet through environmental education, creative reuse and hands-on learning. Public programs include the EE Makerspace, where visitors can participate in creative workshops and classes, Art From Scrap, a one-of-a-kind creative reuse store, and community initiatives such as beach cleanups and Coastal Cleanup Day.
Explore Ecology
302 E. Cota Street
Santa Barbara, CA
Santa Barbara, CA
Special Events
Create a stylish and practical tote bag in this hands-on sewing workshop led by Art From Scrap's Melissa Dodos. Designed for all skill…
Get in the Fiesta spirit with this ever-popular flower-making workshop. Create blossoms to decorate a room or an outfit! All tools and…
Are you ready to learn the sustainable art of Junk Journaling?Junk journals are visual diaries made with repurposed materials. In this…
Learn the timeless art of Indigo dyeing with Shibori patterns using tying, clamping, and custom designs.Each participant will come away…
Join the Explore Ecology Makerspace for an afternoon of mosaic creativity! Guest Artist Michelle Griffoul will offer tips and tricks to…
Join Explore Ecology Makerspace for Sewing and Mending to learn how to repair old favorites or create something new! Discover the joy of…
Become part of the solution to ocean pollution on Coastal Cleanup Day! Take action to protect the beaches, creeks, and parks that make…
Join Explore Ecology Makerspace for Sewing and Mending to learn how to repair old favorites or create something new! Discover the joy of…
Saturday morning art adventures await at the Explore Ecology Makerspace above Art From Scrap. All materials are provided, just bring your…
Show the beach some love! Join Explore Ecology for a cleanup on the 2nd Sunday of every month at beautiful Arroyo Burro Beach. Meet in…
Join the Explore Ecology Makerspace for Sewing and Mending to learn how to repair old favorites or create something new! Discover the joy…
Join the EE Makerspace for Finish-Up Friday on the 3rd Friday of every month. Think of it as co-working, but much more fun! Start your…
Join the Explore Ecology Makerspace for Sewing and Mending to learn how to repair old favorites or create something new! Discover the joy…