2026 Honoree recipients of the
California Surf Museum’s Silver Surfer Lifetime Achievement Award
The Big-Wave Pioneers of Cortes Bank:
Brad Gerlach • Greg Long • Mike Parsons • Justine Dupont
photo: Rob Brown – Surfer: Greg Long
Welcome to the California Surf Museum!
In the heart of Oceanside, California, surfing’s stories, legends and stoke live on. Since 1986, the Museum has celebrated the people, places and moments that have shaped surfing through generations. From legendary surfers and iconic boards to rare artifacts, photography and unforgettable stories from our docents’ experiences, every exhibit offers a deeper look into the history and culture of waveriding. Whether you’ve spent a lifetime in the lineup or simply love the spirit of surfing, there’s always something here for you to discover.
Our Latest Exhibit
Surfriding: Hawaiian Royalty’s Gift to the World
How a Princess, three Princes, a Duke and a Hawaiian Royal Minister’s grandson introduced surfing around the globe
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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.
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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.
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Membership
When you become a CSM member you join a passionate community of surfing enthusiasts dedicated to sustaining our vibrant series of captivating new exhibits, film premieres, book signings, educational lectures, and live music events.
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.
