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| Landmark #305 | Santa Barbara County | Visited: June 8, 2013 | Plaque? YES! 🙂 |
| What is it? | The refurbished 19th mission (of 21) founded by Father Estévan Tápis! |
| What makes it historical? | THE GUIDE SAYS: This mission was founded in 1804 by Father Estévan Tapís to reach the Indians living east of the Coast Range. Construction was completed in 1817. It was through the efforts of Father Alexander Buckler, starting in 1904, that Mission Santa Inés was restored to as much as possible of its old charm and grace.
OTHER TIDBITS: This mission was named for Saint Agnes of Rome, who, at 13, refused to marry and to make sacrifices to the Roman gods, then survived being thrown into a brothel by her father, untouched. She was then martyred in 304 AD! This mission is famous for its collection of Spanish vestments, including an original chasuble (sleeveless garment for Mass) worn by Junípero Serra! It was also the epicenter of California’s largest revolt by native neophytes, started after the beating of a native Inézeño by a soldier! This landmark is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places! |
| How can I Help the Helpers? | HERE’S HOW:
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| Where is this place? | LISTED DIRECTIONS: 1760 Mission Dr Solvang, CA 93463 ANNOTATIONS: From Los Angeles: ~131mi (211km) — 2.2hrs |
| When should I go? | Masses are held daily at 8:00 AM, with additional services on Saturday at 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM, and Sunday at 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, and 5:00 PM! |
