Mission San José, Spanish colonial mission in San Antonio, US.
Mission San José contains preserved limestone structures, including a church, native quarters, granary, and mill within a walled compound.
Founded in 1720 by Father Margil de Jesús, the mission reached its peak in the 1770s with 350 Indigenous residents in 84 two-room apartments.
The mission transformed Indigenous hunters into Spanish Catholic subjects through changes in diet, language, clothing, and daily religious practices.
The National Park Service offers free guided tours at 10 AM and 11 AM daily, with a visitor center containing exhibits and educational materials.
The Rose Window stands as an example of Spanish Colonial stonework, with local stories connecting its creation to craftsman Pedro Huizar.
Location: San Antonio
Inception: 1782
Architectural style: Spanish Colonial architecture, Colonial Revival architecture
Part of: San Antonio Missions
Address: 6519 San Jose Dr.
GPS coordinates: 29.36204,-98.47978
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:18
San Antonio presents multiple photo opportunities at the Alamo mission, the River Walk restaurants, Pearl District market, and Tower of Americas viewpoint. The Japanese Tea Garden, Market Square, and San Fernando Cathedral demonstrate the city's cultural blend. The missions, theaters, parks, and art venues provide distinct settings for photography.
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