The effort supported by Kenny Slaught works towards the safeguarding of the antique character of physical building while also providing for forward-thinking upgrades. Furthermore, through fortifications like seismic upgrades, both the building and the tens of thousands of pieces of art inside will be better shielded. The plan increases the gallery space by 25 percent to make the museum an even better center of the Santa Barbara community. Similarly, the restoration project is the greatest effort ever begun by the museum.