Mission Santa Barbara

Mission Santa Barbara was and is important to the U.S. It

was one of many missions, but it still contributed to the history
of the United States of America. From the highest bell, to the
padres quarters, this is a great place.
Mission Santa Barbara was founded in 1786 by Father
Fermin Lausen. It is named after Santa Barbara of Greece. It is
the 10th mission, located on 2201 Laguna St., Santa Barbara,
California, 9310.
The Chumash Indians were not as happy with the
missions as the Spanish. After all, it was their land. They were
attracted to the missions by gifts like beads. Also they used
temescals, danced, and celebrated by singing and playing
games as they always did. Although they were allowed to keep
their customs, the Chumash were treated badly.
In addition to its history, Mission Santa Barbara has
an interesting structure. It was a classic mission. The only odd
thing is its unique Doric columns. The mission was made of
sandstone and consisted of many buildings including a church
and a quadrangle. It was only rebuilt once after an earthquake.
As you can see, it has amazing architecture.
 The mission grounds were full of land for crops like corn
and wheat. There were many natural foods like berries, seeds,
bulbs, game, fish, and acorns. The mission also had many
orchards with pear trees and grape vines. Livestock included
cattle and horses. Natives made items like clothing with wool
and other resources, which they kept and traded. The people of
the mission were very resourceful.
The mission is still intact today. We think all the buildings
remain. Even though it is used as a museum, It is still used as a
church. It is still an amazing mission.
Mission Santa Barbara is and was a breath-taking mission.
From the beginning, it was a mission you dont want to miss.