Lajitas Chapel 3
by Judy Vincent
Title
Lajitas Chapel 3
Artist
Judy Vincent
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
Lajitas, Texas near the Big Bend National Park
There is a historical marker near this chapel that states "Santa Maria y San Jose Mission - Shortly after establishing the Lajitas Trading Post in 1899, adventurer and entrepreneur H.W. McGuirk donated land for a church. The present day Santa Maria y San Jose Mission is located on it. In 1901, McGuirk founded a school, and the first classes were held in the church. The mission has been a constant, reassuring presence in the lives of generations of people who have lived in Lajitas but as time wore on, the old structure fell into disrepair. In recent years, a group led by Elle Webb has restored the mission. Several denominations use the church for services today."
This image has been featured in the following groups:
Canon Full Frame Cameras - 12/28/15
Photography Only-Landscapes and Landmarks - 12/29/15
Catholic Art Gallery - 1/4/16
Showcasing The South - 1/22/19
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December 27th, 2015
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