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Father Junipero Serra
1713 – 1784
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By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008 | |
| | | 1. Father Junipero Serra Marker | | |
Inscription. Dedicated to the Memory of
FATHER JUNIPERO SERRA
1713 - 1784
the first Franciscan missionary
to whom California owes an
everlasting tribute – he brought
civilization to our land and in deed
and character he deserves a foremost
place in the history of our state
Erected by Native Daughters of the Golden West, Native Sons of the Golden West, and the People of the State of California.
Marker series. This marker is included in the Markers Attached to Sculpture marker series.
Location. 38° 34.6′ N, 121° 29.47′ W. Marker is in Sacramento, California, in Sacramento County. Click for map. Marker is located on the grounds of the State Capital Park. Marker is at or near this postal address: 10th and L Street, Sacramento CA 95814, United States of America.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. El Camino Real Bell (here, next to this marker); Pioneer Camellia Grove (a few steps from this marker); The Civil War Memorial Grove (within shouting distance of this marker); Liberty Bell Replica (within shouting distance of this marker); Civil War Symbol Yields To Time (within shouting distance of this marker); USS California Bell Memorial (about 300 feet away, in a direct line); Kenneth L. Maddy (about 300 feet away); California Firefighters Memorial (about 400 feet away). Click for a list of all markers in Sacramento. | | | | 
By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008 | |
| | | 2. Father Junipero Serra Marker and Statue | | |
Regarding Father Junipero Serra. Surrounding the statue are bronze plates depicting 9 of the 21 missions from San Diego to Sonoma.
Also see . . .
1. Blessed Junipero Serra. (Submitted on December 28, 2008, by Syd Whittle of El Dorado Hills, California.)
2. San Francisco Museum – Father Junipero Serra. (Submitted on December 28, 2008, by Syd Whittle of El Dorado Hills, California.)
3. California State Capital Museum - Father Junipero Serra. (Submitted on December 29, 2008, by Syd Whittle of El Dorado Hills, California.)
Additional keywords. California Missions |
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By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008 | |
| | | 3. Father Junipero Serra Statue | | At the base of the statue is a map of California's 21 missions, from San Diego to Sonoma. | | |
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By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008 | |
| | | 4. San Diego de Alcala - 1769 | | 1 of 9 plates surrounding the statue | | |
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By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008 | |
| | | 5. Santa Clara de Asis - 1777 | | 2 of 9 plates surrounding the statue | | |
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By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008 | |
| | | 6. San Juan Capistrano - 1776 | | 3 of 9 plates surrounding the statue | | |
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By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008 | |
| | | 7. San Francisco de Asis - 1776 | | 4 of 9 plates surrounding the statue | | |
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By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008 | |
| | | 8. San Luis Obispo deTolosa - 1772 | | 5 of 9 plates surrounding the statue | | |
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By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008 | |
| | | 9. San Gabriel Arcangel - 1771 | | 6 of 9 plates surrounding the statue | | |
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By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008 | |
| | | 10. San Antonio de Padua - 1771 | | 7 of 9 plates surrounding the statue | | |
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By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008 | |
| | | 11. San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo - 1770 | | 8 of 9 plates surrounding the statue | | |
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By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008 | |
| | | 12. San Buenaventura - 1782 | | 9 of 9 plates surrounding the statue | | |
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By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008 | |
| | | 13. Map of California and the Missions | | |
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| Credits. This page originally submitted on December 28, 2008, by Syd Whittle of El Dorado Hills, California. This page has been viewed 914 times since then. This page was the Marker of the Week January 18, 2009. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. Submitted on December 28, 2008, by Syd Whittle of El Dorado Hills, California. 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Submitted on January 1, 2009, by Syd Whittle of El Dorado Hills, California. 13. Submitted on December 28, 2008, by Syd Whittle of El Dorado Hills, California. | | Add Photo — Add Link — Add Commentary — Correct this page — Print |
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