The California coast is rich with both modern and historic value, a landmark close to home known as The Mission Santa Barbara ...

A rendering of El Presidio de Santa Bárbara, circa 1790s, as painted by retired Navy aerial photographer Russell Antonio Ruiz, a descendant of Comandante ...

In the northwest part of town just four blocks from State Street, the Santa Barbara Mission offers visitors a glimpse at the city's early origins. Founded in 1786, this Californian mission was ...

Lompoc's first Spanish mission was established by Father Lasuen in December 1787 following the founding of the Santa Barbara Presidio in 1782 by Spanish King Carlos III.