La Purisima Mission
School Programs

La Purisima Mission State Historic Park welcomes all students and educators to California’s most completely restored mission. Acres of open space, rebuilt and furnished adobe rooms, and livestock combine for a unique mission experience. Five different programs are offered allowing classes a choice of learning experiences.

Tours phone: (805) 735-2174
Tours email: lpmtours@parks.ca.gov

Free Programs: Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours, and Outreach Programs are offered throughout the calendar year.
Please call for information and reservations.

Fee-Charged Programs: Station Tours and Student Learning History Days are offered on specific dates throughout the school year and reservations are mandatory. Required fee is $2 per student.

Station Tours: Designed for groups of 90 to 120 students.
Please call for information and reservations.

Student Learning History Days: Our most popular event, serving up to 750 4th grade students each day. Self-guided groups visit the mission to observe and interact with costumed docents and staff. Students may discover: corn grinding, tortilla cooking, weaving, candle making, blacksmithing, soldiers, padres, Chumash Indian games, etc.

• Student Learning History Days APPLICATIONS are accepted by MAIL ONLY.
• Applications are accepted postmarked on or after Sept. 1, 2008.
• Fourth Grade students receive priority for this event.
• Student Learning History Days are never canceled due to foul weather including rain and fog.
• Classes cannot be rescheduled once a confirmation or Notice of Reservation is sent.
• A $25 non-refundable deposit per class room is required with application submittal. If class size is less than 12 students, call for deposit amount.
• The remaining fee must be submitted 21 days prior to your visit along with the final confirmation and principal's signature.