History of the Santa Barbar Mission in Santa Barbara, Clifornia:
Founded by the Franciscans on December 4, 1786 (the Feast Day of Saint Barbara) the Mission remains today as a landmark in the city of Santa Barbara, and has been given the nickname “Queen of the Missions”.
Santa Barbara Mission is an active parish, still under the guidance of the Franciscans.
You are welcome to attend their daily or Sunday Masses.
In addition to the church itself, there is also a museum and gift shop; a cemetery and mausoleum; and twelve acres of beautifully landscaped gardens.
Docents are available for tours. Check their website for details.
It is also possible to rent out some of the facilities for such things as rehearsal dinners, receptions, wedding anniversary celebrations and more. There are four versatile event spaces: Serra Hall, St. Bonaventure Hall, St. Francis Courtyard and Friars Lounge.
Traveling to the Santa Barbara Mission in Santa Barbara, California:
Address: 2201 Laguna Street, Santa Barbara, California
Tel: +1 805-682-4713