Mission San Gabriel Archangel

Nickname: Pride of the Missions- built September 8, 1771, 4th mission

Impressions

"It was kind of small, and not the best, but there was a cool green glow in the chapel."

Special Attractions

• Home of the oldest California grapevine planted 1775.
• Sacristy is the best preserved of all the missions.

Significant Events

• The 1812 earthquake crumbled the bell tower.
• Robert Kennedy visited 2 days before he died.

Interesting Facts

• The walls are original and 4 feet thick!
• Was once the largest winery in California.

Don't Miss

Annual fiesta Labor Day weekend.