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The 10th of the California missions, the Santa Barbara Mission was founded by Franciscan Friar Fermín de Lasuén on the Feast of St. Barbara, December 4, 1786.
225 years later, the Mission is still very much alive! Join us for our 225th Anniversary Celebration Saturday night, Dec. 3, 2011 at 6PM for a commemorative presentation followed by candlelight tours of the museum, live music and reception on the front portico. All are welcome and tours of the museum, garden and cemetery are free to all on Sat. and Sun. Dec. 3rd and 4th.
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