Santa Barbara Mission Archive

The Santa Barbara Mission Archive is a collection of historical documents, photographs, and artifacts related to the Santa Barbara Mission, a historic Spanish-era church founded in 1786. It preserves the mission’s history, cultural heritage, and the way of life of early settlers and Native Americans. Researchers, students, and visitors can access these materials to learn about the mission’s religious, social, and architectural significance. The archive helps document California’s colonial past and supports ongoing efforts to preserve and interpret this important historic site.