San Gabriel in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
San Gabriel Mission
Founded September 8, 1771
Photographed by Michael Kindig, March 23, 2002
1. San Gabriel Mission Marker
This marks the oldest building in Southern California of brick, stone and mortar. Built 1791-1805, completed and dedicated.
Mission San Gabriel Archangel, Queen of the Missions, which brought Christianity and civilization to California at the time of the American Revolution.
Erected 1968 by Alhambra-San Gabriel Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution; and 1976 by California State Society Daughters of the American Colonists.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Notable Places • Religion & Religious Structures. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list.
Location. 34° 5.8′ N, 118° 6.398′ W. Marker is in San Gabriel, California, in Los Angeles County. It can be reached from Mission Drive east of Junipero Serra Drive, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 428 S Mission Dr, San Gabriel CA 91776, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Greater Los Angeles and in the Transverse Ranges. It is also on the American Pacific Coast. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also Mexicos Alta California.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A different marker also named San Gabriel Mission (a few steps from this marker); Arrival of Great Rejoicing (a few steps from this marker); A Welcome Destination (a few
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Another marker is no longer nearby. Old Spanish Trail (was a few steps from this marker but has been reported to have been replaced with another marker now near it).
Regarding San Gabriel Mission. The mission was founded September 8, 1771 by Padres Pedro Benito Cambon and Angel Fernαndez de la Somera. The present church building was begun during the later part of the 18th century and completed in the year 1800. SOURCE: California Historical Landmarks, California State Parks
Photographed by Michael Kindig, March 23, 2002
2. Mission San Gabriel Arcangel Marker
Photographed by Michael Kindig, March 23, 2002
3. Mission San Gabriel Arcangel
Daughters of the American Colonists marker (left) and Daughters of the American Revolution marker (right)
Photographed by Craig Baker
4. San Gabriel Mission and Markers
Photographed by Craig Baker, March 24, 2025
5. The Markers and Statue are Missing
Photographed by Michael Kindig, March 23, 2002
6. San Gabriel Mission
Carlton Watkins collection/UCLA, circa 1882
7. San Gabriel Mission - 1882
Photographed by Michael Kindig, March 23, 2002
8. El Campanario
Photographed by Michael Kindig, March 23, 2002
9. Junipero Serra
Credits. This page was last revised on February 23, 2026. It was originally submitted on December 26, 2011, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. This page has been viewed 1,876 times since then and 50 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on December 26, 2011, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. 2, 3. submitted on December 27, 2011, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. 4. submitted on February 20, 2026, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. 5. submitted on November 21, 2025, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. 6. submitted on December 27, 2011, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. 7. submitted on February 23, 2026, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. 8, 9. submitted on December 27, 2011, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
