Casa in Bloom
Casa del Herrero is excited to announce our upcoming event, Casa in Bloom, a garden party on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 3:30-6:00 PM. We are committed to preserving Casa del Herrero’s architectural beauty and Montecito’s only National Historic Landmark for educational experiences for the community and future generations.
We have much to celebrate at the Casa this summer. See the exciting progress of our Save America’s Treasures Preservation project. Experience the recently conserved East Exedra in the Blue and White Garden, walk a new path based on Ralph Sevens’ original landscape plans leading to the South Exedra, which features an exquisite 13th century Italian fountain surrounded by historic tiles depicting peacocks and abstract designs. We welcome guests to view the restored Greenhouse Complex including a beautiful Lathe House, Glasshouse and Gardener’s Tool Shed complete with a Tack Room.
Come and experience the beauty of our gardens in full bloom and spend the afternoon enjoying light bites and drinks accompanied by Chris Fossek, Santa Barbara’s favorite Spanish Guitarist. We are offering special sneak peaks of our preservation progress, in addition to opening the main house and workshop, all of which are a time capsule of the 1920s and 1930s. Guests of all ages are invited to join the Casa in Bloom festivities for an afternoon of fun.
Casa del Herrero
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(805) 565-5653
Executive Director & Head of Curation: Dr. Natalie Sanderson
Mission
To maintain, preserve, and restore the house, furnishings, gardens, and history of the Steedman/Bass estate for the benefit of the community, visiting public, scholars, educators, and students.
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We are grateful to have an admirable community of donors, who support Casa del Herrero’s mission! We are grateful to have an admirable community of donors, who support Casa del Herrero’s mission!
–Dr. Natalie Sanderson, Executive Director & Head of Education
Help Preserve Montecito’s Own Time Capsule
The Casa del Herrero estate faces ongoing challenges, from maintaining its extensive gardens to preserving art and delicate historical artifacts and ensuring accessibility for all visitors. Each conservation project requires specialized expertise and careful attention to historical accuracy – work that demands both passion and substantial funding.
Your donation directly impacts preservation efforts at Casa del Herrero. No amount is too small, and thanks to a generous “Save America’s Treasures Grant,” a matching grant in partnership with David Bolton, executive director and CEO of California Missions Foundation, every dollar you donate will be doubled, amplifying your impact on preserving this irreplaceable cultural treasure for future generations.
Board of Trustees
Casa del Herrero board members are engaged volunteers who provide leadership in stewarding the historic house museum and gardens. Through their combined experience and enthusiasm, the board works to preserve the Casa’s history in service to the local community.
Elizabeth Esrey, Board President
Isabel Wendt, Board Vice President
Marty McDermut, CPA, Treasurer
Mari McAlister, Secretary
Heather Biles
Susan Budinger
Marc Normand Gelinas
Miles Hartfeld
Albert P. Hinckley, Jr.
Kevin O’Toole
Annalisa Hinckley Savin
Nathan Vonk
Jami Voulgaris
Carolyn Williams
Katherine Pharibe Wise