South Side in San Antonio in Bexar County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

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Mission Espada preserves a rich history nearly three-centuries long. It is the successor to the first mission established in East Texas at a different location in 1690. This church, completed in the 1780s, remains an active parish. Many parishioners trace their roots back to families that first settled and built this mission. This church remains the heart of a vibrant community. It operates in partnership with the Archdiocese of San Antonio. The congregation continues to worship here today, just as their ancestors did centuries ago.

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La misión Espada preserva una historia extensa de casi tres siglos. Es la sucesora de la primera misión establecida en otro lugar en 1690. Esta Iglesia se completó en los años 1780 y continúa activa hoy en día. Es el centro de la comunidad vibrante. Está operada en colaboración con la arquidiócesis de San Antonio. Muchos feligreses remontan sus raíces a las familias que primero construyeron estas misiones. Continúan congregándose aquí al igual que sus ascendientes.

Erected by San Antonio Mission National Historical Park.

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these topic lists: Religion & Religious Structures • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1690.

Location. 29° 19.091′ N, 98° 27.051′ W. Marker is in San Antonio, Texas, in Bexar County. It is in the South Side. It can be reached from the intersection of Espada Road and Camino Coahuilteca. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 10040 Espada Rd, San Antonio TX 78214, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in South Texas.

It is also in the American South.

Globally, it is in North America,

a Gulf of Mexico state,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain,

the Republic of Texas,

and one of the Confederate States of America.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Building Sanctuaries (here, next to this marker); The Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Defending the Faithful (within shouting distance of this marker); Granary (within shouting distance of this marker); Espada Mission (within shouting

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Photographed by Dave W, January 11, 2026

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The marker is out of the frame to the left while looking at the church in this view.

distance of this marker); Mastering New Mysteries (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Mission San Francisco de la Espada (about 300 feet away); San Antonio Missions (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in San Antonio.

Credits. This page was last revised on January 16, 2026. It was originally submitted on January 15, 2026, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. This page has been viewed 40 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 15, 2026, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.

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