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In the Vicinity of this Site was Mission Revilla a Visita

Zapata, Zapata County

Marker Text

Established in 1750 as a part of Jose de Escandon's project to settle the region and civilize and Christianize the Indians. Erected by the State of Texas 1936

Marker Details

Address US 83
Location Description Zapata County Courthouse plaza, US 83, NE side between 6th and 7th avenues, near gazebo
Marker # 3410
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Texas Centennial - historical marker (gray granite)
Code Spanish immigrants/immigration; missions

  • Private Property:

    Unknown
    • Latitude, Longitude 26.901659, -99.266783

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