Mission Nuestra Señora del Refugio (Our Lady of Refuge) in the city of Refugio was the last Spanish mission established in what is now Texas.
The mission once stood on the site of the present Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church on U.S. 77 (Alamo Street), near the Mission River at the south end of the city of Refugio.
Archeological Excavation
A project to improve U.S. 77 uncovered the mission’s cemetery, archeologically excavated in the summer and fall of 1999. Remains that may exceed 139 individuals, pending final analysis, were removed for study and reburial in a more appropriate location.
Historical Video
The documentary video tells the story of the mission people and those who followed in Refugio. It is distributed to schools, museums and other interested groups.
To receive a free video, send your name, the name of your school or organization, address and phone number to:
Texas Department of Transportation
Attention: Communications
Environmental Affairs Division
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Austin, Texas, 78701-2483
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