Reply #58: Missions in Texas History....

[Bridget Burke]

The missions of San Antonio are famous historical sites, still active parishes and well worth a visit. There are even older missions near El Paso. But among the lost missions of Texas, the Mission at San Sabá is most interesting.



In 1785, a relative of one of the Franciscans who died at San Sabá commissioned a mural illustrating the results of trying to missionize the Comanches. A few years ago, the mural's ownership was subject to a legal dispute. Houston's Museum of Fine Arts offered a secure, climate controlled environment until the case was settled. Therefore, Houston had a good chance to see the first painting, ever, to depict an event in Texas History.

The full mural & lots of info:

www.texasbeyondhistory.net/sansaba/