Mission Santissimo Nombre de Maria

Historical marker location:

SH 21, Weches, Texas

( 4 miles east of Weches on SH 21)

Marker installed: 1971

Was founded in this vicinity summer 1690 "on the banks of the Arcangel San Miguel" (Neches) River. Erected A.D. 1934 by De Zavala Chapter, Texas Historical and Landmarks Association.

Located by: Dr. Albert Woldert, Tyler, Texas; Miss Adina De Zavala, San Antonio, Texas. Assisted by Mr. J.M. Lovell, Augusta, Texas.

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