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THE EXHIBITION
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition showcases the awe and wonder of arguably one of mankind’s greatest artistic achievements, while allowing its visitors to experience this art from an Up-Close, Life-Sized, and Never-Before-Seen perspective.
With special expertise and care, the ceiling paintings from the Sistine Chapel have been reproduced in a truly unique way using licensed high definition photos. Brought to life using a special printing technique that emulates the look and feel of the original paintings, visitors are given a chance to engage with the artwork in ways that were never before possible: seeing every detail, every brushstroke, and every color of the artist’s 34 frescoes. Each image is accompanied by informative signage, and audio guides are available to rent for an even more in-depth experience.
This globally successful exhibition is an innovative and unique interpretation of Michelangelo’s timeless masterpiece. Whether visitors have already been to the Sistine Chapel or not, everyone can admire the artwork up close, at their own pace, and with the ability to capture photographic memories of this iconic work.
May 27 - September 4, 2023.
Open Daily 9:30AM – 5PM (last entry at 4PM).
The Old Mission Santa Barbara is hosting the exhibition. The address is 2201 Laguna St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
In the Visitors Parking lot in front of the Mission on the left.
Please purchase tickets online or call Old Mission Santa Barbara (805) 682-4149. It is also a good idea to check our website before arriving in the event the Church and Cemetery are closed due to Masses, Funerals, Weddings, etc.
Groups of 10 or more can be purchased HERE or contact John Stephens @ events@sboldmission.org.
If you have a challenge booking your group please reach out to storesupervisor@sboldmission.org or marketing@sboldmission.org.
Please download the audio guide app to your smart phone prior to your arrival. Look for "Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel" Companion Audio Guide available in the Apple Store or Play Store. Allow the app to use your camera and select your preferred language (English, Spanish, French, German). Once inside the exhibition open the app on your phone and focus the app screen on the QR code next to each photo. The camera will find the audio for each image and start to play. It is recommended that you bring your own headphones to listen to the guide inside the exhibition.
Where can I get tickets? Tickets can be purchased HERE or at the Old Mission Santa Barbara Box Office during business hours.
For all questions or issues with tickets, contact Old Mission Santa Barbara (805) 682-4149 or storesupervisor@sboldmission.org or marketing@sboldmission.org. Be sure to include your ticket order number for questions about your purchase.
We do refund or exchange tickets dates under special circumstances. Ticket non-refund terms and conditions are agreed to before purchase. In special circumstances, we may be able to help reschedule your ticket to another date and session that has not already sold out. Please contact us for more information. Be sure to include your ticket order number.
Official tickets for Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition in Santa Barbara, CA can be purchased HERE. Tickets are available from some other secondary ticket sellers.
All ages are welcome!
Yes, the selected venues and exhibits are wheelchair accessible.
It is recommended that you arrive within the time stated on your ticket, but you can arrive within the next 30 minutes.
Your ticket will still be valid, but you may be required to wait until there is space in the following times slots.
No outside food and beverage or anything that may disturb other patrons.
Sorry, no outside food or drink is allowed.
Yes, parents with strollers are always welcome. Your baby will have one of the best views in the house!
The exhibit is produced by SEE Global Entertainment Inc., a Nevada exhibition production company which acquired the worldwide rights to the fresco reproductions from Bridgeman Images. The photographs were taken post-restoration of the ceiling; in some cases, color enhancement was necessary to match the images for consistency.
For any other questions or issues with tickets, please email or call Old Mission Santa Barbara at (805) 682-4149.
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition. A life-size, up-close, never-before-seen perspective of the genius masterpieces.
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