Site of Mission Nuestra Senora de la Luz

Wallisville, Chambers County

Established in 1757 by Franciscan missionaries with the purpose of civilizing and Christianizing the Orcoquiza and Bidai Indians. Abandoned in 1772.

Address

Location Description in front of post office on eastbound side of IH-10

Marker # 9127

Dedicated 1936

Size, Type 1936 Centennial - Subject Marker (gray granite)

Code missions

Historical Markers of Texas