Significance National Register of Historic Places (1976) De Anza National Historic Trail Expedition Camp 85. It was the site of the first Christian marriage in Alta California. San Antonio Mission has important archaeological resources in a rural, undisturbed setting. This is rare among California Missions, which generally became the center of a developing city or town.

Structure and Condition

• The current church was completed in 1813. The brick facade is original. The church was restored by the landmarks club from 1903-1907. W.R. Hearst funded further restoration and reconstruction of the quadrangle on original foundations between 1948-1949. The mission has not been earthquake retrofitted.

Immediate and Long-Term Funding Needs

• Mission San Antonio is an important historical site due to its connections to Fr. Serra and Juan Bautista de Anza. There are rich archaeological resources and a complete unrestored water system on site. This location is one of the few missions not encroached upon by urban growth. There is the potential for reconstruction of the entire complex. It could be developed into a living history site comparable to Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia. In addition to conservation of Museum collections and restoration of artwork, the collection housing urgently needs an upgrade.

Southbound: From US-101 north, exit at Fort Hunter Liggett/Jolon road. Proceed 26 miles and turn left into Fort Hunter Liggett Reserve. Proceed approximately five miles to the mission. (Monterey County)