Solvang in Santa Barbara County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Mission Grape Exhibit
Photographed by Adam Margolis, June 1, 2026
1. Mission Grape Exhibit Marker
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These Criolla vines are direct descendants of Listan prieto, the first Vinifera grapes planted in California by Franciscan friars in 1769.
Their journey from La Mancha, Spain to the New World began in the 16th century. California's winemaking legacy begins here.
Planted at Mission Santa Ines in 2020 to praise and celebrate vineyard workers
Erected 2020.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Agriculture. A significant historical year for this entry is 1769.
Location. 34° 35.637′ N, 120° 8.212′ W. Marker is in Solvang, California, in Santa Barbara County. It is on Mission Drive. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1760 Mission Drive, Solvang CA 93463, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is on the Central Coast, specifically on the Coast Ranges, and specifically in the Transverse Ranges. It is also on the American Pacific Coast. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, on the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically,
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Legendary Mission Grape (here, next to this marker); Mission Life (a few steps from this marker); Mission Rose Garden (a few steps from this marker); This is the Original 19th Arch (a few steps from this marker); Fray Junipero Serra (within shouting distance of this marker); Mission Reservoir (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Mission Santa Inéz (about 300 feet away); Bit O' Denmark (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Solvang.
Photographed by Adam Margolis, June 1, 2026
2. Mission Grape Exhibit Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on September 25, 2026. It was originally submitted on September 18, 2026, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. This page has been viewed 6 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 18, 2026, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
