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The Historic Mausoleum at Old Mission Santa Barbara
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The Historic Mausoleum at Old Mission Santa Barbara is a cemetery structure established in 1893 that houses the remains of Franciscan friars and prominent early Santa Barbara citizens. The facility operates a columbarium with marble-faced niche spaces for cremated remains, available to all people of faith and good will. An extensive restoration completed in 2011 added columbarium niches with handcrafted marble details.
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- $1,000
- Established
- 1893
About The Historic Mausoleum at Old Mission Santa Barbara
The Historic Mausoleum has been part of Old Mission Santa Barbara's cemetery operations since 1893, serving as a final resting place for Franciscan friars and prominent citizens of early Santa Barbara. The cemetery itself began operations in 1789 as part of the Mission's essential operations. An extensive restoration completed in 2011 added a columbarium with marble-faced niche spaces for cremated remains, featuring handcrafted details from local artisans. The mausoleum operates as part of Old Mission Santa Barbara under specific cemetery management and continues the Franciscan tradition of care and reverence for the dead, a ministry spanning more than 225 years.
The Historic Mausoleum at Old Mission Santa Barbara prices
Price list published · source
| Memorial Plaque (St Francis & St Clare Memorial Walls) | $1,000 |
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At $1,000, this is below the typical national range of $7,000–$9,000 for a funeral with burial.
Prices are estimates and change. Providers must give you an itemized price list under the FTC Funeral Rule — always confirm directly.
The Historic Mausoleum at Old Mission Santa Barbara packages
Primary Wall niches (San Damiano Wall or Tree of Life Wall)
- Niche for up to two urns
- Two bronze urns
- Engraving of marble faceplate
- Niche-side urn placement memorial service
$8,500 to $14,500
Tau Cross niches
$24,000- Niche for up to two urns
- Two bronze urns
- Engraving of marble faceplate
- Niche-side urn placement memorial service
White Column niches
- Niche for up to two urns
- Two bronze urns
- Engraving of marble faceplate
- Niche-side urn placement memorial service
$18,000 to $25,000
San Damiano Cross niches
- Niche for up to two urns
- Two bronze urns
- Engraving of marble faceplate
- Niche-side urn placement memorial service
$28,000 to $44,000
Window surround niches (Tree of Life Wall)
- Niche for up to two urns
- Two bronze urns
- Engraving of marble faceplate
- Niche-side urn placement memorial service
$20,000 to $30,000
Memorial Plaque (St Francis & St Clare Memorial Walls)
$1,000- 5" x 3" black anodized aluminum plaque
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Services offered
- Burial
Who you’ll work with
Fr Joe Schwab, OFM
President
Monica Orozco
Executive Director
PhD
John Stephens
Mausoleum & Office Manager
Payment & financing
- Financing
- Payment plans
Faith & language
Faith traditions served
- Catholic
Recognition & specialties
Specialties
- Columbarium with marble-faced niches
- Franciscan friars remains
- Memorial plaques
Where is The Historic Mausoleum at Old Mission Santa Barbara?
2201 Laguna St, Santa Barbara, CA
Get directionsHours
- Monday
- 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (self-guided tours and shop)
- Tuesday
- 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (self-guided tours and shop)
- Wednesday
- 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (self-guided tours and shop)
- Thursday
- 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (self-guided tours and shop)
- Friday
- 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (self-guided tours and shop)
- Saturday
- 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (self-guided tours and shop)
- Sunday
- 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM (self-guided tours and shop)
The Historic Mausoleum at Old Mission Santa Barbara reviews
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Rating from Google · updated July 2026
4.6 from 21 reviews on google
What burial prices usually include
General context, not specific to The Historic Mausoleum at Old Mission Santa Barbara: a typical burial price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.
Included
- The funeral home's basic services and staff fee
- Transfer and preparation of the deceased
- A viewing or funeral service and use of facilities
- Coordination of permits and paperwork
- Hearse and transport to the cemetery
Usually extra
- The cemetery plot or grave space
- A casket and, where required, a burial vault or liner
- Opening and closing the grave (a cemetery fee)
- The headstone or grave marker
- Certified copies of the death certificate
Frequently asked questions
Is a reservation required to visit the mausoleum?
No reservation is required. Visits can be made daily between 9:30 am - 4:00 pm. Please check-in at the tour desk and a staff member will assist you.
What if I need special access to the mausoleum?
Personal visits by family and friends to the Friars Vaults and wheelchair access to the mausoleum require advance notice. Please call 805.682.4713 ext.173 or fill out the request form to schedule an appointment.
What financing options are available?
Interest-free financing is available with one year (12 months) or two year (24 months) options, both requiring a 30% down payment.
Are there any promotions available?
A 10% discount is available for the purchase of multiple niches or referral purchases within 30 days of purchase.
How much does memorial plaque (st francis & st clare memorial walls) cost at The Historic Mausoleum at Old Mission Santa Barbara?
The Historic Mausoleum at Old Mission Santa Barbara lists memorial plaque (st francis & st clare memorial walls) at $1,000. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.
What services does The Historic Mausoleum at Old Mission Santa Barbara offer?
The Historic Mausoleum at Old Mission Santa Barbara offers burial, and is a cemetery. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.
Where is The Historic Mausoleum at Old Mission Santa Barbara located?
The Historic Mausoleum at Old Mission Santa Barbara is located at 2201 Laguna St, Santa Barbara, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.
Will The Historic Mausoleum at Old Mission Santa Barbara give me an itemized price list?
Yes. The federal FTC Funeral Rule requires every funeral home to give you a written, itemized General Price List on request — in person or over the phone — and to let you choose only the goods and services you want. Always compare a couple of providers before deciding.
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