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Mission San José (Texas)
29.3622° N, -98.4797° E
About
Mission San José y San Miguel de Aguayo is an historic Catholic mission in San Antonio, Texas, United States. The mission was named in part for the Marquis de San Miguel de Aguayo, José de Azlor y Virto de Vera. Many buildings on the campus of Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas, borrow architectural elements from those found at Mission San José.
Historical Timeline
Journey through time and discover key events in this site's history
Founding
February 23, 1720
Stone church constructed
1768
Rose Window carved
1775
Lands transferred to Natives
1794
End of mission activities
1824
Federal-era restoration begins
1933
Texas Centennial funding
1936
UNESCO World Heritage inscription
2015
Archaeological Features
Unique architectural and cultural elements found at this historical site
Storage Structures
Defensive Structures
Public and Civic Structures
Religious and Ritual Structures
Artistic and Decorative Features
Domestic and Habitation Structures
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