World Heritage

Arts & Culture

San Antonio's World Heritage Festival begins on Sept. 4

TPR Staff

The five day series of events celebrates the San Antonio Missions, their cultural importance and their special designation as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Arts & Culture

World Heritage Festival To Celebrate San Antonio's Missions

Brian Kirkpatrick

The World Heritage Festival to celebrate the local Spanish Missions kicks off Wednesday night.
Arts & Culture

Stage Drama, Photo Exhibit And Heritage Fest: Your Weekend Is Here

Jack Morgan

Enjoy a modern take on a classic tale of romance, tour an amazing photography exhibit and then bike-ride your way through San Antonio's cultural history.…
Community

San Antonio Food Culture Drives Future As UNESCO 'Creative City'

Jan Ross P. Sakian

Historically, San Antonio's culinary scene has been firmly planted in blends of Tex-Mex, but has now progressed to "Tex-Next." How can an international…
Community

With Thumbs Up From ICOMOS, San Antonio Missions Move Closer To World Heritage Designation

Eileen Pace

The City of San Antonio and Bexar County have received word that the International Council on Monuments and Sites — or ICOMOS — has recommended to the…
Arts & Culture

World Heritage Week Gives Franciscan Missions A Chance To Shine

Eileen Pace

World Heritage Week began Saturday in San Antonio, and there are plenty of activities throughout the week from April 27 - May 4, including an opportunity…