March 8, 2022
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Dedication of New School Bus at St. Vincent’s School – 1954
Dedication of new school bus and girls in [illegible] concrete tennis court. Ca 1954
March 7, 2022
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Christmas celebration at Point Mugu – 1953
Celebrating Christmas with students from St. Vincent’s School and U.S. Navy servicemen at Point Mugu
March 6, 2022
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Merry Christmas at St. Vincent’s – 1950
This silent, color film offers a heartwarming portrayal of the Christmas season at St. Vincent’s School in Santa Barbara, California. The footage captures the spirit of anticipation and joy as the school community prepares for the holiday. From the meticulous adornment of the school to…
March 5, 2022
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Maypole Dancing (Pentecost) at St. Vincent’s School – 1950
This captivating silent color film presents a joyous tableau of community and tradition. Captured on the St. Vincent’s campus in Santa Barbara, California, during the year 1950, the footage showcases a vibrant Maypole dance performance. An annual highlight of the Pentecost season, this event served…
March 4, 2022
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Visit of Superioress of the Daughters of Charity, Marie Antoinette Blanchot, to St. Vincent’s School October 13, 1950
This silent, color film shows the visit of Mother Marie Antoinette Blanchot, as the Superior General of the Daughters of Charity, to St. Vincent’s School in 1950 to inspect the school’s operations and become better acquainted with the order’s international missions. The film begins with…
March 3, 2022
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First Snowfall & St. Vincent’s Campus – 1949
This silent color film provides a captivating visual record of St. Vincent’s campus natural beauty, showcasing its distinctive landscapes and environments. Beyond its scenic value, the film offers a unique glimpse into the daily life of students and staff at St. Vincent’s School; it offers…
March 1, 2022
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The Way it Was: The Sisters of Charity and St. Vincent’s Institute
By HATTIE BERESFORD | MONTECITO JOURNAL | March 1st, 2022 | In 1854, Pope Pius IX consecrated Thaddeus Amat y Brusi as bishop of Monterey. The reluctant prelate (he had tried to ditch the papal appointment) moved the headquarters of the diocese to Santa Barbara...
March 1, 2022
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Classroom Expansion Project at St. Vincent’s School – 1947
This video chronicles the construction of new classroom buildings, from the initial demolition of old structures to the installation of the new ones.
February 15, 2022
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The Vincentian Family: The Society of St. Vincent de Paul
February 15, 2022 | The history of St. Vincent’s in Santa Barbara is closely intertwined with a history of global Vincentian ministry. In this segment exploring the archives and history of St. Vincent’s, I want to leaf through documents and photos from my personal collection....
December 11, 2021
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St. Vincent’s Fashion Fundraiser Snags Record
By JOANNE CALITRI | MONTECITO JOURNAL | December 7, 2021 | The Santa Barbara 12th Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon fundraiser on November 27 is a story of firsts for the organization. This event, which began more than 10 years ago on humble grounds at...