El Presidio Chapel

The Presidio Chapel atEl Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park isa faithful reconstruction of Santa Barbara’s first church. Using authentic materials and building techniques of early California’s Spanish Colonial architecture, it is a truly 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. Come see the Chapel and fall in love all over again!

How to Rent the Presidio Chapel

We Provide: Facility supervisor, candles for wall sconces and two altar candlesticks, parking in the adjacent lot, and can suggest clergy, musicians and florists.

Also Available: Use of 180 chairs. Additional charges apply.

Availability & Rental Rates:
$1,000 for six hours ($100 each additional hour). $1,000 refundable damage/security deposit.
Optional $200 for chairs (including set up/take down), and a $25/riser.
To check availability please call (805) 965-0093 or email Rain Longo.

The Presidio Chapel is located at:
El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park
123 East Canon Perdido Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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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. SBTHP is pleased to offer the central courtyard for parties, receptions, concerts and plays.

How to Rent the Casa de la Guerra Courtyard

We Provide: Facility supervisor, access to a nearby parking lot on weekends, and use of a prep kitchen located onsite.

Also Available: Open the Casa interior for viewing. Use of 140 chairs. Additional charges apply.

Availability & Rental Rates:
$850 for six hours ($100 each additional hour). $900 refundable damage/security deposit.
Optional $250 for fence (including set up & take down), a $25/riser, $100 for a docent tour of the museum.
To check availability please call (805) 965-0093 or email Rain Longo.

Casa de la Guerra is located at:
15 East De la Guerra Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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