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Our Mission is here to connect you: with history, nature, your family, the community, and God.
The Catholic Franciscan tradition has always recognized that the human condition requires connection. Ours is a sanctuary where any person may seek it.
Iconography of Mary. Representations of Virgin Mary in art
This lecture explores the iconography of the Virgin Mary in art history, tracing the development of her image during the Baroque era and referencing works from the Mission San Luis Rey collection.
Story of St. Francis of Assisi in Art from the Museum Collection
This lecture marks the soft reopening of the Franciscan Room at the Mission San Luis Rey Museum. Join us to learn about the story of St. Francis and his legacy as told through works from the Mission’s collection.
Summer Activities at the Museum
Location: Agapito Court at Mission San Luis Rey Museum. Details: All activities are included when you pay for museum admission. If you want to attend multiple days, an All-Summer Pass is available for purchase at the museum desk for $10 per person.
Paper Wisterias
Free event. Capture the beauty of our iconic courtyard by recreating the Mission’s famous wisteria through delicate paper art.
Community Mural Project with Muramid
Free event. Help us create a vibrant community mural in celebration of the St. Francis Jubilee Year.
Adobe Brick Making
Free event. Roll up your sleeves and master the art of building with mud—just like the original Luiseno builders of the Mission.
Traditional Basket Weaving
Free event. Join local Luiseño weavers to learn about different styles of native baskets and create your own functional piece of art Reservations required for basket weaving. Basket weaving is limited to 30 people each day. To make a reservation, contact Helena Hazleton at 760-757-3651 x 170 or by email helena@sanluisrey.org.
Hand-Decorated Windchimes
Free event. Design and decorate a personalized windchime to catch the summer breeze with local artist Linda Kallas.
The Wolf of Gubbio
Free event. Step into the legend of St. Francis and the Wolf of Gubbio by crafting your very own wolf mask.
Looking for a Retreat? Visit our Retreat Center Schedule.
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Mission San Luis Rey, the 18th of 21 California Missions, was originally founded in 1798 by Father Fermin Lasuén. We are a ministry of the Franciscan Friars, Province of Saint Barbara.
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