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| Mission San Carlos Borroméo de Carmelo 1882 Isaiah West Taber #118 |
Founded on 3 June 1770, Mission San Carlos Borroméo de Carmelo, the 2nd Alta California Mission, was the headquarters of all Alta California Missions until 1803. It was the personal favorite of Fra. Junipero Serra who was buried there following his death in 1784.
His dying wish, the Basilica was completed in 1797 by his successor Father Fermín Lasuén.
With Mexican secularization in 1834 the mission was virtually abandoned for 30 years and was in a state of disrepair. Today it is considered one of the most authentically restored missions in California. However, with the current restoration work going on in other missions that might be contest.
The mission grounds are open to all. The museum was filled with interesting displays and artifacts.
National Historic Landmark
California State Landmark #135
3080 Rio Road, Carmel, CA 93923
- San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo
- Carmel Mission - NPS.gov
- Historic Carmel Mission - See Monterey.com
- Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Wikipedia
- California Missions Foundation
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