MISSION SAN RAFAEL ARCÁNGEL

Historical Landmark

Description:
The San Rafael Arcángel Mission, 20th in the chain of the 21 California missions, was established in 1817 by the Franciscan Order. After the 'decree of secularization' in 1834, the buildings gradually fell into ruin. The mission was reconstructed on the original site in 1949.

Registration Date: 6/20/1935

Location:
City: San Rafael
County: Marin

Directions:
5th Ave and A St, San Rafael, plaque is at NE corner Merrydale and Southbound 101, San Pedro Rd offramp

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