Mission Santissimo Nombre de Maria
Was founded in this vicinity summer 1690 "on the banks of the Arcangel San Miguel" (Neches) River. Erected A.D. 1934 by De Zavala Chapter, Texas Historical and Landmarks Association. Located by: Dr. Albert Woldert, Tyler, Texas; Miss Adina De Zavala, San Antonio, Texas. Assisted by Mr. J.M. Lovell, Augusta, Texas.
31.5762° N, 95.1684° W
Where to Find It
4 miles east of Weches on SH 21
Nearby Markers
- 1.5 mi NE Mound Prairie Alto
- 1.5 mi NE Neches Indian Village Alto
- 1.6 mi NE Weeping Mary Community Alto
- 1.9 mi NE Zebulon Pike Campsite Alto
- 2.6 mi NE Site of the Mission San Francisco De Los Tejas Alto
- 4 mi N Lynches Chapel United Methodist Church and Cemetery Alto