cultural preservation

over 10,000 years of human history

Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area is home to over 10,000 years of human history. The area was inhabited by the Chumash people and then ranched in the 19th century before urban development spread throughout the area. 

SAMO Fund supports archeological research in the mountains. Find out more about the park’s history and archeological collections.

SAMO Fund staffers work with NPS on the cultural resources team. The Fund supports cultural activities at the Satwiwa Native American Indian Culture Center.