The Children’s Resource & Referral (CRR) Discovery Museum, in partnership with the Santa Maria Police Department, celebrated the grand reveal of a new interactive exhibit featuring a real Humvee on Wednesday. Families, educators, and community members gathered at the museum in Santa Barbara County for the unveiling, which transformed a retired military vehicle into a hands-on learning station designed to spark curiosity and foster community connections.
The event, held at the CRR Discovery Museum, included remarks from Santa Maria Police Chief Christopher Williams and museum leadership. The Humvee, now an interactive exhibit, aims to provide positive childhood experiences through experiential learning.
Children explored the vehicle, engaging with its features while learning about public service, engineering, transportation, safety, and innovation.
“This exhibit represents a collaborative investment in community trust and early exposure to careers in public safety and technology,” said museum officials. The partnership between the CRR Discovery Museum and the Santa Maria Police Department underscores a commitment to building bridges between law enforcement and the community, particularly young residents.
Photos from the event show children enjoying the exhibit, with families cheering as the Humvee was revealed. The museum plans to incorporate the exhibit into its regular programming, offering workshops and guided activities to enhance the learning experience for visitors of all ages.
The exhibit is now open to the public during regular museum hours.