Awaken the romance of Santa Barbara’s rich history by celebrating your wedding or special occasion at one of the Trust for Historic Preservation’s Rental Sites.

El Presidio Chapel

The Presidio Chapel at El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park is a faithful reconstruction of Santa Barbara’s first church. Using authentic materials and building techniques of early California’s Spanish Colonial architecture, it is truly a unique space for your wedding. Furnished with period artifacts, the niches are filled with statuary, the walls are punctuated with paintings and candle sconces, and the altar is dressed with a reredos (altar piece), altar frontal, and candlesticks. The interior walls and altar rail are painted to represent marble or tapestry. Site of all of life’s ceremonies—weddings, christenings, funerals, community gatherings and church services, the original chapel was built in the 18th century. This is an intimate space for your family and friends. More Information.

Casa de la Guerra Courtyard

Located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, Casa de la Guerra was the social center of Santa Barbara after its construction in the 1820s. Using materials and building methods similar to its original construction, the Casa has been restored to its appearance during the time José de la Guerra, Presidio Commandant, and his family resided there, between 1828 and 1858. The Casa is one of the most important remnants of Santa Barbara's Spanish-Mexican heritage and offers one of the most charming outdoor courtyards in all of Santa Barbara. The Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation is pleased to offer the central courtyard for parties, receptions, concerts and plays. More Information.

Reservations

Our Facilities Rentals Coordinator, Rain Longo, is available by appointment only. Click here to request Information, check availability, or make an appointment.

Please Note: Use of our grounds for professional photography is by permission only. Please contact our Public Relations Coordinator at least two weeks in advance for more information.