Refugio in Refugio County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church

Photographed by Jeff Leichsenring, April 10, 2026

1. Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church Marker

Inscription. This church traces its history to Nuestra Senora del Refugio (Our Lady of Refuge), a Spanish mission established in 1791 (30 mi. NE). The mission relocated here in 1795. The 1868 building was razed, and in 1901 an impressive Victorian/Romanesque sanctuary was completed here. School, convent, and auditorium facilities were added in 1946. This church, which represents the area's unique blend of Spanish and Irish heritage, continues to serve the local community.

Correction: The school and convent of Our Lady of Refuge Parish were built in 1939-40. The complex was dedicated March 31, 1940.

Erected 1994 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 3886.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical date for this entry is March 31, 1867.

Location. 28° 17.642′ N, 97° 16.653′ W. Marker is in Refugio, Texas, in Refugio County. It is on South Alamo Street (Business State Highway 77) near West Roca Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1008 S.Alamo Street, Refugio TX 78377, United States of America.

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Regionally, this marker is in the American South

and on the Gulf Coast.

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: Site of Mission Nuestra Señora del Refugio (here, next to this marker); Yucatan Soldiers' Burial Site (within shouting distance of this marker); Dennis M. O'Connor Public Library (approx. 0.2 miles away); Sally Scull (approx. 0.2 miles away); Empresario James Power (approx. 0.2 miles away); Refugio County (approx. 0.2 miles away); Refugio County Courthouses (approx. 0.2 miles away); King and his Men (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Refugio.

Photographed by Steve Gustafson, June 11, 2010

2. Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church Marker

Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Steve Gustafson, June 11, 2010

3. Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church

The marker is located on the left side of the church.

Site of Nuestra Senora del Refugio image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Steve Gustafson, June 11, 2010

4. Site of Nuestra Senora del Refugio

Marker is set in sidewalk in front of church.

Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church and marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Jeff Leichsenring, April 10, 2026

5. Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church and marker

Credits. This page was last revised on April 13, 2026. It was originally submitted on July 29, 2010, by Steve Gustafson of Lufkin, Texas. This page has been viewed 1,588 times since then and 83 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on April 13, 2026, by Jeff Leichsenring of Garland, Texas. 2, 3, 4. submitted on July 29, 2010, by Steve Gustafson of Lufkin, Texas. 5. submitted on April 13, 2026, by Jeff Leichsenring of Garland, Texas. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.