Los Santos Ángeles de Guevavi

Description: 

This settlement of O'odham people was first visited in January 1691 and they established it as a mission. By 1701 a small church was started and Juan de San Martin was the first resident priest.

LocationMem: 
Nogales, AZ 85621
Institution: 
Government
Official/Unofficial: 
Official
Group Acknowledged: 
O'odham
Historical Subject: 

Settlement of the O'odham that became a missionary and led to the creation of a church for people to feel empowered.

Physical Aspects: 

Large trees near a mountain. Near a pierre type field. Sand tombs and rocks from old structures.

Date of Dedication: 
1990
Place Location: