Mission Church Collection

Saint Francis of Assisi statue
Statue of Saint Francis of Assisi in the garden of San Diego Mission, California. Digital photograph

San Gabriel Mission, California
Mission and bells of San Gabriel, near Los Angeles. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Spanish colonial adobe church in New Mexico
Penitente church built in the 1700s in Las Trampas, a village in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, New Mexico. Digital photograph

Procession of San Estevan-Acoma, 1904. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Procession of San Estevan-Acoma, 1904

Fragment from Original Architrave of Mission Church Facade, c. 1937. Creator: W. J. Goodacre
Fragment from Original Architrave of Mission Church Facade, c. 1937

Mission and church at Acoma, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Mission and church at Acoma, c1905

View of Sao Miguel Settlement in Brazil, 1813. Creator: Ivan Ivanovich Kolpakov
View of Sao Miguel Settlement in Brazil, 1813. In 1803-06, Captain I. F. Kruzenshtern became the first Russian to circumnavigate the globe

Holiday Dance on St. Catherine Island, 1813. Creator: Ivan Ivanovich Kolpakov
Holiday Dance on St. Catherine Island, 1813. In 1803-06, Captain I. F. Kruzenshtern became the first Russian to circumnavigate the globe

USA, New Mexico, San Antonio. Mission church

North America, United States of America, New Mexico, Taos, San Francisco de Asis Mission Church

Sketches of Arizona and South California (engraving)
1595300 Sketches of Arizona and South California (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of Arizona and South California)

Interior view of the Mission Church of St Mary the Virgin (engraving)
614341 Interior view of the Mission Church of St Mary the Virgin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Royal Niger Company (b / w photo)
1615303 The Royal Niger Company (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Niger Company)

Calcutta (engraving)
3653863 Calcutta (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Calcutta. Illustration for The Imperial Gazetteer, A General Dictionary of Geography (Blackie)

The Mission Church in Vilnius, 1847. Private Collection

In 1894, the Free Church of Scotland established a mission at Khondowe and renamed the place Livingstonia in memory of Dr David Livingstone, the great missionary-explorer, who died in 1873

The church of the Catholic mission at Mua combines western religion with local art in a visually exciting way

San Miguel Mission in the 1800s, Santa Fe, New Mexico
Santa Fes San Miguel Mission, the oldest church in the U.S. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The Alamo, 1800s
The Alamo in San Antonio, Texas, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The Alamo in San Antonio, 1800s
The Alamo in San Antonio, Texas, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Junipero Serra statue at San Diego Mission
Statue of Father Junipero Serra in front of San Diego Mission, first of the Spanish missions in California. Digital photograph

Father Junipero Serra statue in California
Statue of Father Junipero Serra, Spanish Franciscan missionary to California, San Diego Mission. Digital photograph

Junipero Serras quarters, San Diego Mission
Father Junipero Serras personal quarters at San Diego Mission, which he founded in 1769. Digital photograph

Pala Mission in California, 1800s
Native American woman ringing bell for sunrise Mass at Pala Mission, California, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Santa Inez Mission, California, 1800s
Group of vaqueros outside Santa Inez Mission in California, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Santa Barbara Mission Church 1876 printed ca
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The Bell Tower of San Juan Capistrano
This historic belfry is one of San Juan Capistrano unique architectural features. This Spanish colonial church was founded by Franciscan friars in 1731 along the banks of the San Antonio River in San

A Perspective View of Mission Concepcions Wooden Door
This is a visual perspective of the front door of Mission Concepcion. The doorway is seen through a wrought iron sculpture situated above a water well

Mission Espada: A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Mission San Francisco de la Espada was founded in 1690 by Spanish friars in San Antonio, Texas. This front wooden door is an example of the Spanish colonial influence on its architecture

N. A. USA, AZ, Tumacacori NHP, Storehouse Pot
N.A. USA, AZ, Tumacacori NHP, Storehouse Pot

N. A. USA, AZ, Tucson, San Xavier del Bac Mission Detail
N.A. USA, AZ, Tucson, San Xavier del Bac Mission Detail

Mission Dolores, California, 1800s
Mission Dolores in San Francisco, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

San Miguel Mission, California, 1800s
Native Americans at San Miguel Archangel Mission, California, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Junipero Serras chair, San Diego Mission
Father Junipero Serras chair in his personal quarters at San Diego Mission, which he founded in 1769. Digital photograph

Santa Barbara Mission, California, 1800s
Padre in the garden at Santa Barbara Mission, California, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Children at San Juan Bautista Mission, California, 1800s
Nuns leading Native American children into San Juan Bautista Mission, California, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Father Junipero Serra
Statue of Father Junipero Serra, Spanish Franciscan missionary to California, San Diego Mission. Digital photograph

NATI2A-00109
Saints Day procession in a Pueblo Indian village, New Mexico, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

NATI2A-00114
Mission Indians making baskets and hair ropes in southern California, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

N. A. USA, AZ
N.A. USA, AZ, Tumacacori NHP, Storehouse Pots

San Miguel Mission Church, oldest church in the United States, Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

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The Mission Church, a symbol of faith and history, stands tall in various corners of North America. From the iconic Saint Francis of Assisi statue at the San Gabriel Mission in California to the Spanish colonial adobe church in New Mexico, these missions hold stories that span centuries. In San Antonio, New Mexico, the a testament to resilience and devotion. Its walls have witnessed countless prayers and seen generations come together in worship. Similarly, the San Francisco de Asis Mission in Taos showcases architectural beauty blended with spiritual significance. Sketches from Arizona and South California capture glimpses of mission churches' grandeur through intricate engravings. These depictions transport us back to an era when these sacred places served as beacons of hope for settlers. Stepping inside the Mission Church of St Mary the Virgin reveals a serene sanctuary where tranquility envelops all who enter. The engraved interior view captures its ethereal ambiance perfectly. Beyond North America's borders lies Calcutta - another city adorned with magnificent churches that echo tales of devotion and service. Meanwhile, closer to home in Albuquerque, New Mexico's San Felipe de Neri stands as a testament to enduring faith amidst changing times. Las Trampas boasts yet another gem: San Jose de Gracia Mission. This picturesque structure invites visitors into its hallowed halls while whispering stories from centuries past. Lastly, we find ourselves enchanted by Picurais' own treasure - San Lorenzo de Picurais Mission. Nestled amidst breathtaking landscapes, this humble church holds profound meaning for both locals and those who venture here seeking solace or inspiration. Whether it be through statues or engravings capturing their essence or exploring their interiors firsthand across continents – each mission church offers a unique glimpse into our shared human experience: one filled with spirituality, community ties, and unwavering dedication throughout history.