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Mission Dolores

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Michael Trevis

Michael has a BA in History & American Studies and an MSc in American History from the University of Edinburgh. He comes from a proud military family and has spent most of his career as an educator in the Middle East and Asia. His passion is travel, and he seizes any opportunity to share his experiences in the most immersive way possible, whether at sea or on the land.

Part of our in-depth series exploring the forts of Comancheria

Picture of Building at Mission Dolores
Mission Dolores
701 S. Broadway
San Augustine, TX 75972
936-275-3815
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Mission Nuestra Senora de los Dolores de los Ais was first established in 1717 along Ayish Bayou, approximately one-quarter league west of the present site.

Mission Dolores is listed in the National Register of Historic Places at the national level of significance and is a designated State Archeological Landmark.

Mission Dolores Visitor Center houses an interactive and interpretive display relating to Mission Nuestra Senora de los Ais, among the earliest missions established in Texas by Fray Antonio Margil de Jesus.

Hours

Monday: closed
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission

The Visitor Center is free, but donations are appreciated.

Communities and Related Links
Mission Dolores Visitor Center Web Site


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