Moria W.
12/16/2019
A petite remnant of the Santa Cruz Mission. I knew about the Ohlone and Miwok from attending universities and pow wows in the Bay Area. The restoration and up-keeping of the Mission were...
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park
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144 School St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park is home to the oldest building in Santa Cruz County, an adobe structure built between 1822 and 1824, which is the only remaining building from Mission Santa Cruz, founded in 1791. This historical site serves as a museum, showcasing the rich heritage of the local Ohlone and Yokuts Indians and the Spanish Mission Era.
The park offers a variety of educational programs, including self-guided tours and interpretive exhibits, aimed at enhancing visitors' understanding of California's history. Additionally, the park features picnic areas, a park store, and community events, making it a vital cultural resource for both locals and tourists.
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Bob D.
3/29/2025
I really don't know whether to call the experience good or bad, and this review is simply to inform. Our son's fourth grade class went there this past week for a field trip. It was nice and the...
Tracy L.
10/9/2021
This is a quiet little mission with a great park ranger who was very welcoming. Parking was easy to find. After you visit the chapel, make sure to make your way down the street to the state park...
Sunil R.
4/4/2021
I love visiting Missions and learning more about their history and have been to several in CA. This one is on the smaller side and is well taken care of. They do have a homeless issue in this area...
Carmen V.
2/13/2019
Loved the visit, my first one. Everything looks like remodeled/new and there are doing a great job in preserving the site, the mission. The picnic/bbq area is fantastic, great views of Santa Cruz...
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