Rebuilt mission in the Steinbeck-famed Salinas Valley.
1776
Famous for the swallow birds.
1786
The Queen of the Missions. First of nine missions founded by Father Fermín de Lasuén. Known for its elaborate and still running water system.
1823
Last mission established and only mission founded during Mexican era of California. Located in Wine Country.
1777
First mission named for a woman. Currently the centerpiece of a Jesuit university which helps operate it.
1797
Located in the 'Silicone' Valley.
1787
Named for the Virgin Mary.
1804
Located in the same valley as the Neverland Ranch.
1797
Same name as the first Spanish settlement in California.
1791
A poorly-planned town was established nearby resulting in chaos, pirates and maybe vampires.
1769
First mission of Alta California established. Relocated to the inland area after being near the bay waters.
Year established
Name of Mission
Tidbits
1782
Last mission founded by Father Serra. Name of city officially shares the same name but shortened name is more common.
1817
Originally a hospital sub-mission north of the Golden Gate Bridge.
1772
Midway mission in the 'Valley of the Bears'. Central part of its namesaked city's downtown area.
1771
Remote location cause abandonment for years and then rebuilt with a replica.
1776
Also known as 'Mission Dolores', namesake of one of its city's districts.
1771
Known as the Agriculture Mission. Located east of present-day Los Angeles.
1798
King of the Missions. Last mission founded by Father Lasuén.
1797
Unfortunatley located on the infamous San Andreas Fault. Damaged several times by various earthquakes.
1797
This central California mission is known for its well-preserved interior.
1770
Headquarters and burial site of founder Father Junípero Serra.
1816
1818
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