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The Source: A Native History Of The Missions

Eileen Pace

The San Antonio Missions were made a world heritage site a few short months ago.The historic structures that are shared between the National Parks Service, the State of Texas, and the Catholic Church, were built by native peoples and was the center of life for generations.

We talk about the native histories of the San Antonio Missions.

Guests:

  • Carney Sauppity, Cultural Specialist at the Comanche National Museum in Laughton, Oklahoma
  • Gary Perez, Custodian of the Native American Church National Trust
  • Danny Hernandez, liaison between Native Peoples and the National Park Service in recent push for World Heritage Status
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