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Arched walkway at Mission Concepción

Description: Photograph of an arched walkway at Mission Concepción in San Antonio, Texas. On the right side of the walkway, there is a wrought-iron bench, and two lamps on the wall next to two doorways. Another bench and a trash can can be seen on the left side of the walkway. A man stands outside the walkway in the background.
Date: May 4, 2005
Creator: Belden, Dreanna L.
Partner: UNT Libraries

Arched walkway at Mission Concepción

Description: Photograph of an arched walkway at Mission Concepción in San Antonio, Texas. On the right side of the walkway, there is a wrought-iron bench, and a lamp on the wall next to a doorway. Another bench and a trash can can be seen on the left side of the walkway. A woman stands outside the walkway in the background.
Date: May 4, 2005
Creator: Belden, Dreanna L.
Partner: UNT Libraries

Arched walkway at Mission Concepción

Description: Photograph of an arched walkway at Mission Concepción with brick floors. To the right side of the walkway, there is a bench and two lamps on the walls above doorways. On the left side, there is another bench, and at the end of the walkway, a trash can. Several people stand outside the walkway in the background.
Date: May 4, 2005
Creator: Belden, Dreanna L.
Partner: UNT Libraries

Detail of window and decorative painting at Mission Concepción

Description: Photograph of a window and decorative painting at Mission Concepción, in San Antonio, Texas. The window is set in an alcove near the ceiling and has four wooden segments, each with two panes of glass; there are several latches holding the window closed. The walls and window frame are painted white and there is a decorative, dual-colored circle motif painted along the arched corner of the wall and the ceiling.
Date: May 4, 2005
Creator: Belden, Dreanna L.
Partner: UNT Libraries

[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
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
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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