Our Mission is to educate, preserve the past, enliven the human and build relationships.
Our vision is to be a community anchor that engages in a diverse public through our franciscan values.
Our purpose is to inspire people through our Franciscan charism.

WHO WE ARE

Old Mission Santa Barbara believes in radical hospitality. We are a living national historical landmark in Santa Barbara welcoming all to gather in this place of prayer, joy, community, and learning, and in acknowledgement of the past, working together toward a more just future.

Meet the Team

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    Fr Joe Schwab, OFM.

    President

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    Monica Orozco, PhD

    Executive Director

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    Dawn Williams

    Director of Finance

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    Donna Reeves

    Director of Development

  • Jim Balsitis

    Director of Facilities

  • Cristina Farias

    Sr Manager of Museum Tours & Education

  • John Stephens

    Mausoleum & Office Manager

  • Natalie Terrell

    Retail Manager

  • Ian Craddock

    Marketing & Communications Coordinator

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