The history of Tucson dates back well before the area had its name, and some of its history is reflected in architecture. “I don’t think buildings so much as change their society as they reflect their society. I think we might discuss buildings that express the...
By Monica Surfaro Spigelman. Surely it is the light that first attracts us to this great house of worship. Light paints a magical scene at Mission San Xavier del Bac, the queen of all the Pimería Alta churches and the finest example of Spanish Mission architecture in...
Patronato San Xavier has been named a recipient of one of 10 Governor’s Centennial Awards. The awards are determined by the Arizona preservation community, and endorsed by the governor, to acknowledge “outstanding achievements in the preservation of Arizona historic...
Patronato San Xavier’s new docent tour program is featured on the Bill Buckmaster show on today, Wednesday, July 20. Host Bill Buckmaster interviewed Patronato Executive Director Vern Lamplot about San Xavier Mission, the church’s restoration and the tour program. A...
