Mission San Antonio de Padua

Early photo circa 1880

Mission San Antonio de Padua
Founded in 1771. Named for Saint Anthony of Lisbon,Portugal and Padova, Italy (Patron saint of lost articles,the poor, and the starving). Restored in 1904 and again after an earthquake, in 1949. Once used as a school for their Order. The walls and unique facade of the church, and a few arches, remain of the original. Located about 20 miles from King City within Fort Hunter Ligget Military Reservation. Considered one of the most important and prosperous Missions in its day.

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		Early photo circa 1880 Mission San Antonio de Padua Founded in 1771. Named for Saint Anthony of Lisbon,Portugal and Padova, Italy (Patron saint of lost articles,the poor, and the starving). Restored in 1904 and again after an earthquake, in 1949. Once used as a school for their Order. The walls and unique facade of the church, and a few arches, remain of the original. Located about 20 miles from King City within Fort Hunter Ligget Military Reservation. Considered one of the most important and prosperous Missions in its day. << Back \| Home \| Contact Us \| Site Map \| Search This Site TOP