Missions San Juan Capistrano Marilyn Evans #1 Mrs. Evans

History “Jewel of the Missions” 7 th Mission founded on November 1, 1776 Father Junipero Serra named it for St. John of Capistrano

Location Orange County’s only mission Located in San Juan Capistrano, California

Physical Features Built of adobe bricks Fire red roof Great Stone Church

Life on the Mission *Indians of the Mission First called Acjachemen Peaceful people, not a 'war' tribe Hunters and gatherers Arrival of the Spanish Missionaries and soldiers (Padres)- life changed and now called Juanenos after San Juan Capistrano.

Function Padres purpose was to: –Spread religion –Improve living conditions of Indians’ life Together they: –Produced crops –Raised livestock –Manufactured items

Fun Facts This mission was abandoned for a while and bought back for $710 Great Stone Church was destroyed in an earthquake Tourist attraction Famous for swallows

Comprehension Questions Why was the mission named the “Jewel of Missions?” Where is the mission located? Name two physical features about the mission? What were the two main purposes the Padres had for the mission? Why did the Indians’ name change?

Works Cited California Missions  Mission: San Juan Capistrano  tml Mission of San Juan Capistrano  missionsjc.html