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[Page 23 of Byrd Williams Jr. scrapbook]

Description: Scrapbook page featuring 5 photos taken around San Antonio, including a large group of deer on the top left, a canoe in a river on the top right, Mission Concepción on the bottom left, Mission San José y San Miguel de Aguayo in the center, and the Rose Window of Mission San José on the bottom right.
Date: 1904/1906
Creator: Williams, Byrd M. (Byrd Moore), Jr.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Photograph of a man in the doorway of Mission Concepción in San Antonio]

Description: Photograph of an unidentified man standing in the doorway of Mission Concepción in San Antonio, Texas. He looks down with one hand in his pocket. He wears a wide-brimmed hat and a long-sleeved, button-down shirt tucked into belted pants. Decorative carvings surround the open doorway and three small windows are positioned above it. There is landscaping on either side of the mission's entryway.
Date: 1948
Creator: Williams, Byrd M. (Byrd Moore), III
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Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Preserving History: Mission Concepción, San Antonio]

Description: Stepping into Mission Concepción is like stepping back in time to 1755 when this historic stone church was dedicated. As the oldest unrestored stone church in America, it proudly displays its original architecture and original frescoes, offering a glimpse into its past as one of the six Spanish missions established to safeguard against French encroachment from Louisiana. Despite the passage of centuries, Mission Concepción stands strong, a testament to its enduring legacy and historical signifi… more
Date: 20XX
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 29.391020 -98.491155
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Timeless Beauty: Mission Concepción, San Antonio's Living Heritage]

Description: Mission Concepción, dedicated in 1755, stands as a captivating symbol of the past, preserving its original charm and architectural grandeur. As the oldest unrestored stone church in America, it carries the rich history of Spanish Franciscan friars and serves as a reminder of its vital role in safeguarding Spanish territory from French influence. With its original frescoes still visible, this timeless mission offers a glimpse into the enduring heritage of San Antonio.
Date: 20XX
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 29.391015 -98.491147
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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