Many have asked, “Why is the ramp project so costly?” Creating an ADA-accessible entrance for the Mission means more than just adding a ramp — it requires careful design to ensure the top platform aligns perfectly with the Mission’s historic doors. Our goal is to build something that belongs — honoring the Mission’s original design while ensuring accessibility for all. This project is made possible entirely through private donations from generous community members across the 805 and beyond.
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After years of hope and planning, a new ADA-compliant ramp is coming to the Mission church — designed with great care to feel like a natural extension of the original architecture. It will even use stone from the same quarry as the church’s iconic façade!
Construction begins Monday, August 4! Thanks to generous support, we've already raised over half of the funds needed. Now we're asking our community to help us reach the finish line.
Let’s make sure everyone can enter this beloved place with dignity and ease.
Learn more or donate at the link in bio.
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May gray has entered the chat, which means summer in Santa Barbara has officially started!
Join us at the Santa Barbara Mission for a lineup of unique events you won’t want to miss
I Madonnari (@imadonnari ): May 23-25
Drinks at Dusk: June 25 (tickets in bio)
Old Mission Motor Show: July 11 (free!)
Drinks at Dusk: August 27 (tickets in bio)
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Restoring pieces of Santa Barbara history.
We recently had the honor of restoring the historic light fixtures at the Santa Barbara Mission— bringing new life to each fixture while preserving the timeless character that has long been part of the missions architecture.
Each fixture was carefully refinished, reworked, repainted, and restored with new glass inspired by the original vintage style. The result feels renewed, while still honoring the beauty and history that have always been there.
For our founder, whose family heritage is deeply rooted in Santa Barbara, this was an especially meaningful project and one we were incredibly proud to have been a part of.
#handmadelighting #santabarbaramission #restoration #santabarbara #craftsmanship
A perfect day around Santa Barbara: @otcoffeeshop ☕️ @makerhouse.sb 🍕 @sbpizzahouse 🌹 @oldmissionsb
☕️ @otcoffeeshop is a great spot to get some work done or grab a coffee to-go before heading out for the day. Plenty of indoor + outdoor seating.
🏺 @makerhouse.sb is where I’ve been spending a lot of time. Such a fun, creative hobby… highly recommend booking a class through their website!
🍕 @sbpizzahouse is now serving lunch on their house-made focaccia (so good). Locally owned by Erin! Go show some love on your lunch break!
🌹 @oldmissionsb rose garden is in full bloom 🌸 perfect for a sunset stroll or a picnic on the grass
#santabarbara #sleeplessinsantabarbara #805 #santabarbaracounty #downtownsantabarbara
This past Sunday, we celebrated the inauguration of the Mission’s new ADA ramp. Thank you to all who joined us in support of this meaningful step forward. This thoughtful addition will welcome more visitors to experience the beauty of the Mission church and its sweeping views of Santa Barbara. We’re deeply grateful to our donors, the City of Santa Barbara, and Schipper Construction, because of you, people from all walks of life can enter with dignity today, tomorrow, and for generations to come.
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Don't miss your Easter happenings at the Mission! Brought to you by Saint Barbara Parish at Old Mission Santa Barbara:
Holy Thursday – April 2
8:00 a.m. Morning Prayer (Church)
7:00 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper (Church)
Altar of Repose in the church until 10:00 p.m.
Good Friday – April 3
8:00 a.m. Morning Prayer (Church)
12:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross (Olive Garden)
1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Quiet Prayer (Church)
3:00 p.m. Solemn Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion (Church)
Holy Saturday – April 4
7:30 p.m. Glorious Easter Vigil Mass (Church)
(No Confessions; No 4:00 p.m. Mass)
Easter Sunday – April 5
7:30 a.m. Mass (Church)
9:00 a.m. Mass (Church)
11:00 a.m. Outdoor Mass (Mission plaza)
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Wow wow wow! We are pleased to announce that we have successfully completed both our fundraising goal and the construction of our ADA ramp! This achievement would not have been possible without the generosity and support of our donors, friends, and the greater Santa Barbara Mission community.
Collectively, we happen to be alive to witness and enjoy the first architectural addition to the front of the Santa Barbara Mission church since its original construction 🤯
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