As I mentioned in my previous blog. All the small bells are cracked, thus no longer in use. Only the larger bell is rung. Mass is still held every Sunday at San Gabriel Mission and they host many weddings and Quinceaneras (15th birthday, rite of passage ceremonies in the latin community for young ladies). I love the palm tree shadow reminding everyone we are in sunny California.
This painting was said to be the first Christian painting done in California by a Native American. This is a replica. The original was available for viewing, but we were not allowed to take pictures of it since flash photography messes up the paint.
This was the wine room. Our guide stated that Lucille Ball saw and heard the background of this grape stopping room and was inspired to make one of her most famous episodes of all. Now the room is filled with original equipment used by mission dwellers.
The class.
Me and my baby in front of the Church door.
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