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Approximate Site of Mission San Joaquin del Monte a Visita

 
 
Approximate Site of Mission San Joaquin del Monte a Visita Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By James Hulse, April 21, 2023
1. Approximate Site of Mission San Joaquin del Monte a Visita Marker
Inscription. Established in 1749 as a part of Jose de Escandon's project to settle the region and civilize and Christianize the Indians
 
Erected 1936 by State of Texas. (Marker Number 4541.)
 
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & ReligionHispanic AmericansImmigration. In addition, it is included in the Texas 1936 Centennial Markers and Monuments series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1749.
 
Location. 26° 6.309′ N, 98° 15.628′ W. Marker is in Hidalgo, Texas, in Hidalgo County. Marker is at the intersection of North First Street and Old Military Road, on the right when traveling north on North First Street. The marker is located in the western section of McAllen Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Hidalgo TX 78557, United States of America. Touch for directions.
 
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Town of Hidalgo (within shouting distance of this marker); Hidalgo City Cemetery (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Elder B. Barton (about 500 feet away); Vela Building (approx. 0.2 miles away); Old Hidalgo County Jail (approx. 0.4 miles away); Old Hidalgo County Courthouse (approx. 0.4 miles away); Old Hidalgo School
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(approx. half a mile away); Water Under the Bridge / Agua Bajo el Puente (approx. 0.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hidalgo.
 
Approximate Site of Mission San Joaquin del Monte a Visita Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By James Hulse, April 21, 2023
2. Approximate Site of Mission San Joaquin del Monte a Visita Marker
 
 
Credits. This page was last revised on May 20, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 20, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 131 times since then and 51 times this year. Photos:   1, 2. submitted on May 20, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.

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